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Jun 18 2025

Living in Myrtle Beach: Hurricane Prep Guide

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Hurricane Season in Myrtle Beach: How to Be Prepared

Living in Myrtle Beach means enjoying ocean breezes, world-class beaches, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. But if you call this slice of paradise home, it’s important to understand what comes with it—including hurricane season. From June 1 to November 30 each year, residents must stay alert, informed, and prepared to protect their homes, families, and peace of mind.

Whether you’re new to the Grand Strand or a long-time homeowner, this guide will walk you through exactly how to prepare for hurricane season while enjoying the benefits of living in Myrtle Beach.

How to Prepare for Hurricane Season in Myrtle Beach

Step 1: Create a Hurricane Preparedness Plan

Start with the basics: determine your Horry County evacuation zone (A, B, or C). Authorities will issue zone-based evacuation orders depending on storm strength. Know your zone in advance, map out your evacuation route, and have a destination ready if you need to leave quickly. If you have pets, make arrangements for pet-friendly accommodations early, as most emergency shelters do not allow animals.

Step 2: Assemble a Complete Emergency Kit

Every home in Myrtle Beach should have a stocked emergency kit ready before a storm is even on the radar. Your kit should include:

  • Three days’ worth of non-perishable food and two gallons of water per person, per day
  • Flashlights, batteries, a battery-operated radio, and phone chargers
  • First-aid kit, prescription medications, and hygiene items
  • Cash, important documents in waterproof containers, and clothing
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Step 3: Secure Your Home and Property

Protecting your home from high winds and flooding is crucial. Trim trees, clean gutters, and secure or store outdoor furniture and decorations. Install storm shutters or board up windows with plywood if a storm is approaching. Check the roof for loose shingles and secure entry points, especially garage doors, to reduce wind intrusion.

Step 4: Review Your Insurance Coverage

If you’re living in Myrtle Beach full-time, understanding your home insurance is a must. Standard policies typically don’t include flood coverage. Look into a separate flood insurance policy and make sure your coverage limits reflect current property values. Take photos or videos of your home’s interior and exterior in advance for claims documentation.

Step 5: Know When to Evacuate

When evacuation orders are issued, don’t wait. Leave early to avoid traffic and worsening weather conditions. Fuel up your vehicle in advance, and have a go-bag ready. If you’re not required to evacuate and choose to shelter in place, stay indoors, monitor local news, and avoid driving through flooded roads.

Step 6: Stay Safe After the Storm

After the storm has passed, proceed with care. Watch for downed power lines, broken glass, and flood-contaminated water. Wear protective gloves and boots when cleaning debris. Take photos of any damage before beginning repairs, and work only with licensed contractors to avoid scams.

Living in Myrtle Beach Means Being Prepared

Part of living in Myrtle Beach is learning how to balance paradise with preparedness. While hurricanes aren’t guaranteed each season, being ready gives you confidence and peace of mind. A little planning now will protect your property, your family, and your lifestyle on the coast.

Final Thoughts

Hurricane season is simply a part of coastal living, and with the right steps in place, you can continue enjoying everything Myrtle Beach has to offer without worry. Make your preparations early, review your plan regularly, and stay connected to local alerts and weather forecasts.

If you’re relocating or considering a move, our team at Myrtle Beach Homes Blog is here to help you find a safe, beautiful home that fits your lifestyle and your long-term plans for coastal living.

Thinking of making a move to Myrtle Beach in the near future? Book a Call with Jeremy to discuss your upcoming move to Myrtle Beach!

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Nov 07 2019

The Parks of Carolina Forest- [VIDEO Tour]

The Myrtle Beach market is still going strong and DR Horton recently released a new neighborhood in the Carolina Forest Section called The Parks Of Carolina Forest. This is an awesome new neighborhood that when completed will have over 800 residences in it.

I recently helped some buyers looking at homes in Carolina Forest discover The Parks of Carolina Forest and I was able to help them be one of the first buyers to purchase a home in this neighborhood. We were actually the second to closed in the neighborhood. So, the other day I went back to visit the models and sit down with an onsite agent there to discuss things in The Parks of Carolina Forest.

Here’s a quick video tour of the neighborhood:

The amenities in this neighborhood are going to be amazing and the fact that the Huger Park is nestled right in the middle of the neighborhood makes it even better.

The Parks of Carolina Forest is located just a few minutes from just about anything you could want including shopping, golf, restaurants, the intracoastal waterway, & the beach. You can jump on the easily accessible highway 31 and go north to little river or head south to Murrells Inlet in no time.

If you would like to view current homes for sale in The Parks of Carolina Forest, go here. To learn more about The Parks of Carolina Forest, please contact us.

Written by Jeremy · Categorized: Carolina Forest Real Estate · Tagged: carolina forest real estate, homes for sale in carolina forest, myrtle beach real estate, The Parks of Carolina Forest

Jul 30 2015

Carolina Forest Homes For Sale With Pool

Home with pool in Carolina ForestLiving in the south, definitely has it’s benefits when it comes to nice warm climates for extended times of the year.  Being from Pennsylvania, I remember visiting the pool in mid June and not wanting to step into the water because of it’s frigid temperature up north.  However now that I live in the Myrtle Beach area, pool season can begin before Memorial and run till well after Labor Day.

I recently worked with a buyer who wanted a pool home in the Carolina Forest area.  This is an area in Myrtle Beach with the zip code 29579. Homes For Sale In Carolina Forest is actually one of the areas of the beach that I specialize in.  I lived there for several years, my grandparents & my mother all currently live there.

However to find a home for sale in Carolina Forest with a pool, has not been available until now.  I recently created searches to show all Carolina Forest Homes With Pool You can either click on the link or enjoy the slideshow of all these properties below.

If you would like more information on any of these Carolina Forest homes with a pool, feel free to either call me at 843-222-9402 or simply contact me here.  Lastly, make sure to bookmark this page as it will update daily with all new homes for sale in Carolina Forest with a pool.

Written by Jeremy · Categorized: Carolina Forest Real Estate · Tagged: carolina forest real estate, homes for sale in carolina forest

Sep 17 2014

Waterbridge Homes In Myrtle Beach Features World Class Amenities

Waterbridge Homes If you are looking to move to Myrtle Beach and want world class amenities, the Waterbridge community in Carolina Forest is definitely a neighborhood you should consider.  Waterbridge homes in Myrtle Beach features the largest residential swimming pool in South Carolina, clubhouse, 24 hour fitness center, tennis, basketball, & sand volleyball courts, and a boat launch.

The gated entrance to Waterbridge welcomes you to this beautiful community while also providing an additional level of security. When using the clubhouse for your next event, you and your guests will love the refreshment center and caterer friendly kitchen to help your next gathering to run flawlessly.  Your guests will leave feeling like they just visited a world class resort.

The crown jewel of amenities in Waterbridge is the one of a kind pool.  Junior Olympic size swimming lanes, swim-up refreshment center, jetted spa, and more will provide hours of enjoyment each day throughout the summer.

If this sounds like heaven to you as a place in which you would like to live, then I would highly recommend looking at the Waterbridge community in Myrtle Beach.  This great community features some wonderful homes at affordable pricing. You can either purchase a lot and build your own custom home, or check out some of the current homes for sale in Waterbridge:

In addition to the phenomenal amenities that Waterbridge features, the location is very convenient to get to just about anywhere in Myrtle Beach without much hassle.  Centrally located in the Carolina Forest area, you can easily get to either North Myrtle Beach or south to Murrells Inlet in under 30 minutes via Carolina Bays Parkway (hwy 31).  Located close to golf, shopping, area attractions, and less than 20 minutes to the beach.

If you would like more information on purchasing a home here, feel free to contact me.  I would love the opportunity to help turn your dreams of living in Waterbridge into a reality.

Written by Jeremy · Categorized: Myrtle Beach Communities, waterbridge · Tagged: carolina forest community, homes for sale in carolina forest, waterbridge community, waterbridge in Myrtle Beach

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