A look back at Hurricane Isaias which caused significant damage in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach faced a turbulent encounter with Hurricane Isaias. The storm's approach prompted widespread concern and preparation. Common threads in discussions included uncertainty about the storm's impact and comparisons to past events like Hurricanes Matthew and Florence.
Local leaders monitored Isaias from afar as it traveled along the Florida coast. Horry County maintained a heightened state of awareness, while the chance of significant winds loomed. As the storm neared, businesses began to close. Places like Coastal Grand Mall and Myrtle Beach city facilities shut their doors early. Damage reports emerged as Isaias made its presence felt. Apache Pier experienced wind damage, while Cherry Grove saw severe flooding. Thousands lost power in the Grand Strand, impacting daily life and business operations. In anticipation, actions varied; Goat Island's goats were moved to safer ground, and North Myrtle Beach's businesses prepared by securing loose items. With new storms on the horizon, reflections on Isaias' varied impacts will inform future storm preparedness.
NO. 1: HURRICANE ISAIAS LIVE UPDATES: MYRTLE BEACH AREA LEADERS LOOK ON AS BAHAMAS, FLORIDA PREP
Here’s the latest update on the storm’s track. | Published July 31, 2020 | Read Full Story by Anna Young
NO. 2: MYRTLE BEACH AREA BUSINESSES, RESIDENTS ALONG BEACH BRACE FOR TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS
Businesses and boat captains took precautions Monday morning as Tropical Storm Isaias approached the Myrtle Beach area. | Published August 3, 2020 | Read Full Story by Mary Norkol
NO. 3: TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS: MURRELLS INLET GOAT ISLAND EVACUATED AHEAD OF HURRICANE THREAT
Eight goats were taken off their island and carted off to safety ahead of the tropical storm’s landfall in the Myrtle Beach area. | Published August 3, 2020 | Read Full Story by Mary Norkol
NO. 4: HERE’S WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED HELP DURING TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS. HORRY OFFERS GUIDANCE
While no evacuations have been ordered as Tropical Storm Isaias makes its way toward the South Carolina coast, Horry County officials are urging residents and visitors to take it seriously.Randy Webster, the county’s assistance administrator for public safety, told reporters Monday afternoon at a press conference that the storm could turn into a hurricane before reaching the area, but impacts will likely be identical either way with some storm surge, flash flooding and wind damage.The press conference, held at the M.L. | Published August 3, 2020 | Read Full Story by David Weissman
NO. 5: HERE’S WHAT’S CLOSED AS TROPICAL STORM ISAIAS MOVES NEARS MYRTLE BEACH AS CAT 1 HURRICANE
Here’s the latest on closures along the Grand Strand as Isaias approaches. | Published August 3, 2020 | Read Full Story by Anna Young
NO. 6: THOUSANDS WITHOUT POWER IN HORRY COUNTY AS HURRICANE ISAIAS PASSES OVER THE AREA
Here is the latest information on power outages. | Published August 4, 2020 | Read Full Story by Alex Lang
NO. 7: DAMAGE AT APACHE PIER AS HURRICANE ISAIAS MOVES INTO THE MYRTLE BEACH AREA
A video posted on social media shows a roof being torn. | Published August 4, 2020 | Read Full Story by Alex Lang
NO. 8: FLOODING REPORTED ACROSS THE GRAND STRAND AS HURRICANE ISAIAS MOVES INTO SOUTH CAROLINA
Several roads are dealing with flooding in coastal communities. | Published August 4, 2020 | Read Full Story by Alex Lang
NO. 9: HERE’S HOW THE GRAND STRAND IS WEATHERING THE AFTERMATH OF HURRICANE ISAIAS
Hardest hit areas include Cherry Grove, where flooding and debris are seen everywhere. | Published August 4, 2020 | Read Full Story by Gerard Albert
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