South Carolina prepares for Hurricane Ian
Fox News’ Molly Line reports from Charleston, S.C., on efforts to ready residents and infrastructure for Hurricane Ian as the Category 1 storm barrels toward the state.
Hurricane Ian has made its way to South Carolina. The Category 1 storm has caused a pier on Pawleys Island to collapse.
The Pawleys Island Police Department shared photos on social media showing the structure collapsing beneath strong waves.
The department said the pier was "floating south."
Part of the Pawleys Island pier in South Carolina has collapsed due to Hurricane Ian's harsh conditions. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)
SOUTH CAROLINA PREPS FOR HURRICANE IAN WITH EVACUATIONS, SANDBAGS, EMERGENCY SHELTERS
According to the National Hurricane Center, the coasts of the Carolinas could experience a "life-threatening storm surge."
The police department warned that individuals should "stay away from the area" because of the flooding.
The state of South Carolina is experiencing major flooding during Hurricane Ian. (The Associated Press)
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The state has been preparing for the hurricane and has opened public shelters and safe houses to the public.
Gov. Henry McMaster of South Carolina declared a state of emergency Wednesday.
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