Awendaw hurricane guide¶
Awendaw is a town in Charleston County. The town's website lists a hurricane evacuation route from Town Hall to Columbia and links to Charleston County Emergency Management and the South Carolina Emergency Management Division. Use the Charleston County page for evacuation zones, alerts, and shelter guidance.
Checked on October 10, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the Town of Awendaw. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: townofawendawsc.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 843-928-3100 | Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Water Department | 843-928-3100 | Town Hall line. Office line. Not for emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Charleston County Emergency Management: Linked from the town's website. The county's emergency management page. Website.
- South Carolina Emergency Management Division: Linked from the town's website. The state emergency management agency. Website.
County services that cover Awendaw¶
Charleston County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Awendaw. The Charleston County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Charleston County Emergency Alert Program: Free alerts by phone, text, and email for severe weather, road closures, and evacuations. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Charleston County Hurricane Information: The county's official hurricane information page. Website.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a hurricane shelter
- Hurricane supply list
- After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.