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🌱 Grand Strand Awaits Hurricane Ian+ Goats Evacuated + Beaches Closed
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Hey, everybody! It's me, Kathy Mandell, your host of the Myrtle Beach Daily. Today is Friday, September 30, 2022 and our area is under a hurricane warning as of the time of this posting. Be sure to follow your preferred local news and weather providers for the latest info and be safe!
- A Hurricane Warning has been issued for the Grand Strand and surrounding area
- Remains found in Georgetown ID'd as missing man
- One person is in custody for the recent Market Common break-ins
Today's weather!
Hurricane Ian. High: 74 Low: 67.
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Here are the top five stories today in Myrtle Beach:
- The storm warnings for our area have been upgraded to Hurricane Warnings by the National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service. Conditions are going to be worsening throughout the day today with both wind and rain being severe and able to cause damage and injury. A storm surge warning is also in effect for all of coastal Horry and Georgetown counties with the surge possibly being as high as six feet. Expect very strong winds with gusts. Heavy rainfall is expected all along the Grand Strand. Right now, Ian is being forecasted as a Category 1 hurricane as it approaches the Charleston area. Stay on top of weather forecasts by following these local news channels: (WBTW) (wpde.com) (WMBF)
- Closings, cancellations and postponements around the area: (WBTW)(WMBF) In other hurricane-related news, the famous Goat Island goats were evacuated from Murrells Inlet ahead of the hurricane. (WMBF) Pawleys Island closed both its North and South Causeways ahead of the storm. (WMBF) The City of Conway joined the state and Horry County in declaring a state of emergency. (wpde.com) Beach patrols posted a double red flag along Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach beaches indicating beaches are closed and there is no ocean swimming allowed. (WBTW) (wpde.com)
- Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Visit Myrtle Beach have compiled some resources for weather, closures and advisories: Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Hurricane information page from Visit Myrtle Beach.
- Human remains found in Georgetown earlier this week have been identified as the missing man authorities were searching for at the time of the discovery. Wesley Blake, 31, had been missing since July 29 when he was last seen near St. Francis Animal Center. Coroner Chase Ridgeway identified the skeletal remains as Blake. The cause and manner of death are yet to be determined. (WBTW) (wpde.com)
- One person is in custody for break-ins reported in the Market Common area after Myrtle Beach Police requested the public's help in identifying a man seen in surveillance camera photos. The man was quickly identified when the photos were shared by community members. (wpde.com) (WMBF) (Myrtle Beach Police Department via Facebook)
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Myrtle Beach pic of the day:
A beach photo from Judy Banas is Friday's pic of the day. Judy captured this breaking wave at Myrtle Beach State Park recently. As we await Ian's approach, here's hoping all the beaches and wildlife come through as well as can be expected. Thanks for the nice photo, Judy! Stay safe out there!
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Patch readers are strongly encouraged to use caution and follow safety protocols when choosing to attend an event as storm conditions related to hurricane Ian approach our area. These events are accurate as of the newsletter's writing, please check with the event organizer for the most recent status update.
Today in Myrtle Beach:
*Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson has cancelled the Scenic Rally Ride scheduled for Saturday. See video announcement here: (Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson via Facebook)
- Vintage Market Days of Coastal Carolina @ Myrtle Beach Sports Center (10 a.m.)
- Skyler Whitfield @ Brass Tap (7:30 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- North Myrtle Beach Police: DID YOU KNOW??? Six inches of water can knock over and carry away an adult. Twelve inches of fast-moving water can carry away a small car. 18-24 inches of fast-moving water can carry away most large SUV'S vans and trucks. Don't take the chance! Don't drive on flooded roads! (North Myrtle Beach Police via Facebook)
- Santee Cooper has a great storm center page on its website, not just for customers. It lists explanations of different types of storms, a hurricane brochure and of course a list of recommended emergency kit supplies. Plus, a great FAQ section all about storms and storm preparedness. Check it out here: (SanteeCooper.com)
- Myrtle Beach: Here are the latest five local properties on the market compiled by Patch's real estate professionals. (Myrtle Beach Patch)
- Former New England Patriots player, Malcom Mitchell's "Read With Malcolm" reading initiative was so popular with the students in Horry County schools that 100 percent of elementary schools in Horry County participated in the summer reading program. It is the only school district in the U.S. to do so. A Socastee Elementary third grader came in first place in the nation by reading 79 books this summer! (wpde.com)
- Nextdoor Neighbor, Myrtle Beach Golf & Yacht: "I know someone out there would love to give this bonded pair a loving home. - These adorable pups at are at St Frances in Georgetown 🙏🏻🐾" (Nextdoor) [post by Liz Fleming on NextDoor]
- Be sure to check all the updated and rescheduled fall festivals and events here on Visit Myrtle Beach. (VisitMyrtleBeach.com)
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That's it for Friday, everyone. I'll see you Saturday morning with a new edition of the MB Daily as long as I have internet service Friday! Be safe and careful!
— Kathy Mandell
About me: The best decision I ever made was relocating to the Myrtle Beach area from New England a few years ago, with my three dogs and three cats. I enjoy dogs, cats, road trips, photography, writing, vegetarian food, live music, bicycling and above all my daily walks on the beaches in and around the Grand Strand.
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