Horry County Search and Rescue

Please join me in congratulating Hanna Land on her well-deserved promotion to Captain with Horry County Search and Rescue!

Hanna’s dedication, hard work, and commitment to serving our community have been evident from day one. She consistently goes above and beyond, demonstrating exceptional leadership, professionalism, and a true passion for helping others during their time of need.

We are incredibly grateful for everything she has done for our team and for the countless hours she has dedicated to training,and supporting her fellow members. Her promotion is a reflection of the respect she has earned and the impact she continues to make.

Congratulations, Captain Hanna Land! Thank you for your unwavering dedication to Horry County Search and Rescue. We are proud to have you on our team and look forward to seeing all you accomplish in this new leadership role.

🚨A Huge Thank You to King Kong Sushi! 🚨

Horry County Search and Rescue would like to extend our sincere gratitude to King Kong Sushi in Carolina Forest for their generous donation and sponsorship of our team.

As a nonprofit organization, support from local businesses like King Kong Sushi helps us continue providing vital search and rescue services to our community. Their generosity directly contributes to training, equipment, and operational readiness for our volunteers and K9 teams.

We are incredibly thankful for their commitment to supporting local organizations and giving back to the community they serve.

Please join us in thanking for their kindness and support! Be sure to stop by, enjoy a great meal, and support a business that supports its community.

Thank you, King Kong Sushi, for being a valued partner of Horry County Search and Rescue! 🍣❤️

🍣 Join Horry County Search and Rescue for Dinner Night at King Kong Sushi ! 🚨🐾

Come enjoy some amazing food while supporting HCSAR on Friday, June 12th from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM!

📍 King Kong Sushi – Carolina Forest
2144 Oakheart Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

Bring your family and friends, meet some of our team members, and learn more about the work we do serving our community. We hope to see you there!

Horry County Search & Rescue
June Safety Message: Hurricane Season

June marks the beginning of Hurricane Season, and now is the time for our community to prepare, not panic. Severe weather can develop quickly along the South Carolina coast, and being ready ahead of time can make all the difference.

🌀 Why Preparation Matters
Hurricanes and tropical storms can bring:
• Flooding
• Damaging winds
• Tornadoes
• Power outages
• Road closures and dangerous travel conditions
Having a plan before a storm approaches helps keep you, your family, and first responders safer.

✅ Hurricane Preparedness Tips:
• Charge phones and backup power banks ahead of storms
• Know your evacuation zone and routes
• Secure outdoor furniture and loose items
• Fuel vehicles early- don't wait until last minute
• Monitor trusted weather updates and local emergency alerts
• Build an emergency kit with water, food, medications, flashlights, batteries, and important documents (please check out our post from last month on instructions on how to build one.)

⚠️ During a Storm
• Avoid driving through flooded roads- “Turn Around, Don’t Drown”
• Stay indoors and away from windows
• Do not go outside during the eye of the storm
• Avoid downed power lines and flooded areas

🤝 Community Matters
Check on neighbors, elderly family members, and anyone who may need assistance preparing or evacuating.
At Horry County Search & Rescue, we train year-round to be ready when our community needs us most. Your preparation helps emergency responders!
Stay safe, stay informed, and prepare early.

Click below for the 2026 South Carolina Hurricane Guide:https://www.scemd.org/media/2185/2026-hurrican-guide-single-page.pdf

🚨 Come See Horry County Search and Rescue at Riverfest Conway! 🚨

We’re excited to announce that Horry County Search and Rescue will be at Riverfest Conway this year June, 27th 2026! 🎉

Stop by our booth to meet the team, check out some of our equipment, learn about what we do, and find out how we help keep our community safe during emergencies and search operations.

Whether you’re interested in volunteering, supporting our mission, or just want to say hello... we’d love to meet you!

Bring the family, enjoy the festival, and come learn more about your local SAR team. We can’t wait to see everyone there! 🚑🦺🚨

It was a fantastic day, out with the kids and teachers of Carolina Forest Elementary School. We gave them a look into what the team does and how we help. And we also talked about what actions to take when you get lost. Of course K9 Cain received lots of pets.

📣What To Do? Wednesday📣

What To Do Before a Hurricane Watch is Issued...

When storms begin forming offshore, supplies can disappear quickly. Preparing early helps avoid long lines, shortages, and last-minute panic.

✅ Before severe weather approaches:
• Fill vehicle gas tanks early
• Refill prescriptions and medical supplies
• Withdraw emergency cash if needed
• Test generators safely outdoors
• Download weather and emergency alert apps
• Make a communication plan with family members

📱 Keep emergency contacts written down in case phones lose power or service.

⚠️ Waiting until the last minute can make preparing much harder and more dangerous.

The more prepared our community is before a storm, the safer everyone will be during one.

Stay ready, Horry County 🤝