FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 5, 2024

Contact:
Alisha Moore
Public Information Officer
Bamberg County Government
Phone: (803) 809-4551
Email: moorea@bambergcounty.sc.gov

Bamberg County Prepares for Hurricane Debby

Bamberg, SC – Bamberg County is taking proactive measures to ensure its residents and staff's safety and preparedness as Hurricane Debby approaches. The storm is expected to bring significant rainfall and winds to our area.

Weather Update:

• Rainfall: 10-30 inches expected
• Winds: 20-30 mph

County Office Closures:

• Bamberg County Government offices will close early on Tuesday, August 6th, at 1 PM.
• Offices will remain closed on Wednesday, August 7th.

Flood Supplies and Sandbags:

• Sandbags are available for residents at Bamberg County Emergency Services, 2893 Main Highway, Bamberg, SC 29003.

Preparedness and Response:

• The county is ready to handle downed trees.
• The Bamberg Board of Public Works will promptly address any reported power outages.

Travel Advisory:

• Residents living on dirt roads are urged not to drive during the flood. We strongly advise staying home for your safety.
• Repairs to dirt roads will commence only after the floodwaters recede. We appreciate your patience during this time.

Solid Waste:

• The Broxton Bridge and Bamberg County Landfill will close tomorrow, Tuesday, August 6th, at 4:30 pm
• All Convenient Sites and Bamberg County Landfill will be closed on Wednesday, August 7th, and will resume normal business hours on Thursday, August 8^th, 2024. https://www.bambergcountysc.gov/solid-waste

Emergency Contacts:

• For non-emergency reports, please call (803) 245-3031.
• For non-emergency reports (trees down, etc.), please call (803) 245-3000.
• For non-emergency questions, please call (803) 245-3013.
• Call your power company to report power outages.

Stay safe and prepared, Bamberg County. Your safety is our priority.

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For more information, please contact the Bamberg County Public Information Office at (803) 809-4551 or email info@bambergcounty.sc.gov