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Coroner: Loris couple’s deaths are Hurricane Florence related

The S.C. Highway Patrol is investigating what the agency called a a fatal hit and run collision where a pedestrian died in Lancaster County on April 28, 2026
The S.C. Highway Patrol is investigating what the agency called a a fatal hit and run collision where a pedestrian died in Lancaster County on April 28, 2026

Two people died from carbon monoxide poisoning from a generator in the Loris area, according to the Horry County Coroner’s Office.

Chief Deputy Coroner Tamara Willard identified the victims as Debra Collins Rion, 61, and Mark Carter King, 63. They were found at about 7:45 p.m. Friday.

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The two died from carbon monoxide poisoning from a generator, which was used in their home. There will be no further investigation.

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This story was originally published September 15, 2018 at 7:04 PM.

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