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Due to predictions of catastrophic flash flooding from Tropical Storm Debby, Governor McMaster has declared a state of emergency for South Carolina. The most severe weather is expected to impact Kiawah Island on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
As a result, the Kiawah Island Community Association will close the island to commercial access on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Commercial access is expected to remain closed through Thursday. A reopening will be communicated by email, and at kica.us.
SECURE YOUR JOB SITE
On Monday, Aug. 5, contractors are asked to secure their job sites. Commercial access will be permitted on Monday during the normal commercial hours of 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Construction sites may experience significant flooding. Materials and debris can become projectiles in high winds and equipment can be lost or damaged. Preparation may include:
- Emptying or covering dumpster
- Securing all scaffolding
- Removing, or securing, all building materials and equipment
- Removing, or securing, construction equipment
- Postponing any scheduled material or equipment deliveries
- Alerting sub-contractors of their responsibility to secure or remove their materials or equipment
- Turning off power to any temporary electric service, circuit breakers, and/or homes under construction
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