2024 Hurricane Season
What hurricane(s) impacted South Carolina during the 2024 season?
Hurricane Helene
What does NHC stand for?
National Hurricane Center
What does the Saffir Simpson Scale measure?
Wind speed- mph or knots
Appendix 1 to the State EOP
Hurricane Plan
True or False: I can use a seasonal outlook to determine how prepared I need to be for hurricane season
How many named storms were there in 2024?
18
The map which highlights elevated rip current risk
U.S. Rip Current Risk Map
What is the acronym to remember hurricane hazards?
SWWIFT
How many hurricane regions are in SC? What are their names?
4- Central, Northerm, Southern, Western
What is one storm name in the 2025 hurricane list?
Andrea, Barry, Chantal, Dexter, Erin, Fernand, Gabrielle, Humberto, Imelda, Jerry, Karen, Lorenzo, Melissa, Nestor, Olga, Pablo, Rebekah, Sebastien, Tanya, Van, Wendy
How many tornadoes were confirmed during Hurricane Helene (2024)?
21
The experimental map that shows inland watches and warnings
The experimental forecast cone
Increase of 30 kt (34 mph) within a 24 hour period
Rapid Intensification
How many evacuation zones are there in SC?
6
What are 2 reputable sources to go to for for hurricane outlooks?
NOAA and CSU
What is the name of the NHC product SCEMD utilized for the first time during Hurricane Helene?
The experimental forecast cone advisory
2/3 historical track error over the last 5 years
forecast error cone
Name 2 factors that impact hazards
Size of Wind Field
Speed
Geography
Angle of Approach
The time for the first vehicle to enter the road network to the last vehicle to reach the point of safety
Clearance time
When is hurricane season?
June 1st - November 30th
Which storm winds arrived to SC on August 5, 2024?
Tropical Storm Debby
When can PTC advisories begin
72 hours prior to impact arrival to land areas
What are the 5 hurricane hazards?
Storm Surge, Wind, Waves/Rip Currents, Inland Flooding, Tornadoes
Who ultimately makes the evacuation and lane reversal decisions?
Governor McMaster
The anticipated amount of disturbances in the Atlantic Basin during hurricane season is called...