A wildfire is currently impacting Pickens County, South Carolina, as of Monday, March 24, 2025. The Table Rock Fire, which ignited on Friday, has grown to over 1,058 acres and remains uncontained, prompting mandatory evacuations in the surrounding areas. The Governor has declared a state of emergency and issued a statewide burn ban prohibiting all outdoor burning, including yard debris, prescribed burns, and campfires. Residents in affected areas should adhere to evacuation orders and monitor local authorities for updates.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted by severe weather, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

• American Red Cross: Wildfire Safety
• National Weather Service: Wildfire Map
• Ready.gov: Wildfire Education
• Ready.gov l Stay Safe During Wildfires: Website

A Winter Storm Warning is now in effect for parts of South Carolina, particularly in the Upstate region, as of this morning, January 10, 2025. The National Weather Service reports ongoing mixed wintry precipitation, including snow, sleet, and freezing rain, leading to hazardous travel conditions in affected areas. Roads are becoming icy, and visibility may be limited. Travel is strongly discouraged unless absolutely necessary. If you must travel, use extreme caution and check for road closures using the SCDOT Road Closures Map.

If you are a patient and believe this weather event may affect your access to care, please contact your dialysis facility as soon as possible to confirm treatment availability and make necessary arrangements. Stay safe and prepared!

• Snowstorm Health – Tips for People on Dialysis: Handout
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Snowstorms
• Cleveland Clinic: 9 Tips to Stay Healthy During the Winter Months: Tips
• Ready: Winter Weather: Resource

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for parts of South Carolina, particularly in the Upstate region, beginning tomorrow, January 10, 2025. The National Weather Service warns of mixed wintry precipitation, including snow, sleet, and freezing rain, which could lead to hazardous travel conditions, be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions and visibilities. It is also advised to check for road closures, using the SCDot Road Closures Map.

• Snowstorm Health – Tips for People on Dialysis: Handout
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Snowstorms
• Cleveland Clinic: 9 Tips to Stay Healthy Du

Severe thunderstorms are possible this evening, Thursday, July 18, 2024 in upstate South Carolina. Strong winds are predicted, with a potential for downed trees and power lines, creating potential power outages. Storms could be slow moving, increasing the risk for locally heavy rainfall and flooding.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

Severe Weather Safety Tips and Resources:

• CDC – Natural Disasters and Severe Weather: Resource
• National Weather Service: Website 
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Floods
• Home Dialysis: Disaster Planning for Home Dialysis Patients

The National Weather Service predict widespread damaging winds and the possibility of tornados, heavy rains and flash flooding, with the most severe storm conditions this afternoon, January 9, 2024. Strong winds may cause power outages this evening across South Carolina.

*If you believe your access to treatment may be impacted, please contact your dialysis provider directly. * 

Severe Weather Safety Tips and Resources:

• National Weather Service: https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Floods
• American Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/flood.html
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Flood Safety Tips: English|Spanish
• CDC Preparedness and Safety for Flooding: Guide