NEWS RELEASE – HURRICANE IRMA UPDATE RELEASE #6 September 9, 2017 Our area is currently under a tropical storm and storm surge warning. We could see a storm surge of 4 to 6 ft. in some places. Residents in areas that typically flood may want to seek shelter further inland if available. Charleston County is currently on standby and may open shelters and run transportation efforts if necessary. Rain...
Governor Henry McMaster has ordered the evacuation of barrier islands in Beaufort, Colleton, and Jasper Counties. While he has not ruled out further evacuations, it is unlikely that there will be an evacuation of James Island if Irma continues on its expected track. Residents need to prepare their homes and families. It is very likely that we will suffer effects from Irma because of its large size...
The Town of James Island moved to OPCON 2 today at 12:00 noon in preparation for Hurricane Irma. No decision for evacuation has been made at this time. Residents need to prepare their homes and families. The Town has made sand and bags available for James Island residents to fill at two (2) locations, Dock Street Park, at 1433 Patterson Avenue and the James Island Youth Soccer Club Fields at 871...
The Town of James Island moved to OPCON 3 today at 12:00 noon in preparation for Hurricane Irma. It is highly likely that an evacuation order will be issued on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. The Town urges you to evacuate early. Once a mandatory evacuation order has been given, you will have to follow the evacuation route. If you leave early, you can evacuate using the route of your choice. We urge...
The James Island Intergovernmental Council meeting scheduled for Monday, September 11 at 7 p.m. has been cancelled. Notice will be issued when it is rescheduled.
The Town of James Island is monitoring the possible threat of Hurricane Irma and has moved to OPCON 4 at 12:00 noon today, following Charleston County's heightened alert. Town staff has participated in a 12:00 noon conference call with Charleston County Emergency Operations to remain up-to-date on Hurricane Irma. Sand and bags will be available for residents to fill at two (2) locations on James...
Today the Town of James Island participated with the Charleston County Emergency Management Department in a conference call with our State and regional counterparts to discuss Hurricane Irma, now a Category 5 storm moving westward at 14mph. The Town will move to OPCON 4 tomorrow (Wednesday) at 12:00 noon in following Charleston County's heightened alert. At this time, the forecast models all...
Please join us for a Poetry Writing Workshop on Saturday, September 9 from 2-4 p.m. with Dr. Gary Jackson. This event is free and open to the public at the Town of James Island, Town Hall. The Poetry Reading will be held on Sunday, September 10, from 2-4 p.m. with Dr. Gary Jackson at McLeod Plantation.
The Town of James Island will hold the following meetings the week of September 4, 2017. *included is a meeting of the James Island Intergovernmental Council on Monday, September 11. All meetings are held at the Town Hall, located at 1238-B Camp Road, James Island, SC. Monday, September 4: Labor Day – Town Hall Office Closed Tuesday, September 5: James Island History Commission, 6:00 p.m. Agenda...
Many residents have asked how they can help the victims of Hurricane Harvey. The best way is through direct monetary donations to the American Red Cross. Your donations is greatly appreciation. Please click on this link for instructions to donate: https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-harvey?campname=Harvey&campme…