With hurricane season here and IAN fast approaching, please make sure to stay up to date on the latest weather developments and take the necessary steps to prepare for a storm.

For updated weather information, check the National Weather Service.

Please also visit www.DorchesterCountySC.gov or follow Dorchester County on Twitter and Facebook to learn more about storm and hurricane preparedness.

Emergency Contact Phone Numbers

Dorchester County Emergency Management, Summerville: 843-832-0341

Dorchester County Emergency Management, St. George: 843-563-0341

The Carolina Lowcountry American Red Cross Chapter: 843-764-2323 or 1-800-342-4062

Summerville Fire & Rescue Department: 843-873-5107

Power Outages

Dominion Energy SC

• DESC Customer Service:  1-800-251-7234
• Report Downed/Sparking Lines:  1-888-333-4465
• Report Gas Leaks:  1-800-815-0083
• Report Power Outage:  1-888-333-4465

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