Hampton County hurricane guide¶
Hampton County Emergency Management, in the town of Hampton, plans for and leads the county's response to natural and man-made disasters. The county lists Hurricane Season as June 1 to November 30 among its goals and keeps a list of school shelter sites. Follow county alerts and the state Know Your Zone and hurricane pages for storm-specific guidance.
Checked on October 8, 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 Hampton County Emergency Management. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Emergency management office | 803-914-2150 | Hampton County Emergency Management, 703 2nd Street West, Hampton. Not for emergencies. |
| Sheriff's Office non-emergency | 803-943-9261 | For police matters that are not emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Hampton County Sheriff's Office app: The sheriff's app carries news, alerts, and anonymous tips. Website.
Evacuation centers¶
Open only when announced
Evacuation centers open only when officials announce them, and not every center opens for every storm. Check the official list of open centers before you leave home. Bring your own bedding, food, water, and medicines.
Hampton County lists the five schools below on its Shelters page. The county does not say when or whether any will open, so do not go to one until the county announces it as open, and check county alerts and the sheriff's app. The page marks each with a type code (S1, S2, or S3) that it does not explain.
Official list of open evacuation centers
These are locations the county has used or designated as evacuation centers. They are listed for planning only.
| Name | Address | Serves |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Hazel Elementary | 638 Railroad Avenue, Hampton, SC 29924 | General |
| Estill Elementary | 1450 Columbia Hwy, Suite A, Estill, SC 29918 | General |
| Hampton Intermediate | 505 Hoover Street, Hampton, SC 29924 | General |
| Varnville Elementary | 395 Pine Street East, Varnville, SC 29944 | General |
| Hampton County High School | 115 Airport Road, Hampton, SC 29924 | General |
Cities and towns¶
Each city has its own services and some have their own alerts. The county's evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts cover everyone, in every city and in unincorporated areas.
- Town of Brunson
- Town of Estill
- Town of Furman
- Town of Gifford
- Town of Hampton. Official website
- Town of Luray
- Town of Scotia
- Town of Varnville. Official website
- Town of Yemassee
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 8, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.