Hurricane damage, info and resources.

			September 1, 2006 11:30 AM
Yes! We are open for your Labor Day Weekend - so come on! Myrtle Beach was blessed once again, enduring heavy rain, but sustaining no damage. Ocean Lakes is looking forward to a beautiful Labor Day weekend. In fact, the sun just came out! See you soon.
Post-Hurricane Safety •	Damage Report •	Camping Guests
In the event of a hurricane, Ocean Lakes Family Campground wants our guests and Annual Lease Site Holders to be prepared for the storm. This information is available only on a need to know basis to assist our guests in preparation for a storm. Web pages are loaded as soon as power and internet cable lines are restored for uploading new info to our web server. The following websites include storm info and preparedness tips for before and after the storm: Horry County Hurricane Information Center (www.horrycounty.org) South Carolina Emergency Management Division (www.scemd.org) NOAA -National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (www.noaa.gov) American Red Cross (www.redcross.org), WPDE-TV 15 (www.wpde.com) - a local TV broadcaster WBTW-TV 13 (www.wbtw.com) - a local TV broadcaster FEMA -Federal Emergency Management Agency (www.fema.gov - you may want to follow the "Disaster Communities" tab, then "Hazards" link on the nav bar top left). Hurricane Evacuation Maps: http://www.dot.state.sc.us/getting/evacuation.html

Hurricane Supply Checklist
When preparing for a hurricane, the American Red Cross recommends to have the following safety tips and supplies in the event of a hurricane. Before You Leave: Unplug all appliances, turn off the electricity and the main water valve to reduce damage If you have time and live in an area prone to flooding, move furniture to a higher floor Tell someone outside the flood area where you are going When You Evacuate: Leave as soon as you can, in daylight, if possible Listen to the radio; avoid flooded roads and watch for washed-out bridges Be prepared for delays; roads and bridges will probably be crowded and traffic will move slowly What To Bring: First aid kit, prescription medications, toiletries Baby food, diapers, foods for persons on restricted diets, if appropriate Playing cards, games, books Battery-powered radio, one flashlight per person, extra batteries Blankets, sleeping bags, and warm protective clothing Identification, copies of insurance papers, passports, other essential documents Food & Water: Canned foods: Store canned vegetables and meats to create no-cook main dish meals if the power is out. Pack canned fruits, raisins, dried fruits and nuts for snacks. A manual can opener At least 3 gallons of water per person Instant coffee and tea Powdered fruit drink mixes or canned juices Other good staples: peanut butter and jelly, crackers, cookies, chips & cereal Baby food and ready made formula Plastic eating utensils, paper plates, and paper towels A supply of food and water for pets Other supplies Extra batteries Battery-operated radio Flashlights, with extra bulbs Battery-operated lanterns. Take care with candles or Coleman lanterns, which could be fire hazards and should be used only after the storm. Charcoal or gas grill, with a supply of fuel. Matches Fire extinguisher Toilet Paper Protective Clothing, rainwear, and bedding or sleeping bags Mosquito repellent Special items for infants, elderly or disabled family members First Aid Kit Keep items in a waterproof container First Aid Manual Sterile adhesive bandages Sterile gauze pads Hypo allergenic Scissors & tweezers Packets of moistened towelettes Antiseptic spray Hydrogen peroxide Aspirin Ointments for burns and cuts Antacid tablets Prescription for a month
Camping Guests

Ocean Lakes monitors storms closely and has a detailed "Emergency Preparedness Plan" that is updated annually.

Refunds during a Mandatory Evacuation:

Camping guests will receive a refund or may apply the balance to another reservation in the case of a Mandatory Evacuation.
If you are in park when a Mandatory Evacuation is issued by the Governor of South Carolina, Ocean Lakes Security will notify guests (in case they have not already heard via the media).

In the case of a Voluntary Evacuation:

Regarding new arrivals: If you have a reservation and choose to come during a voluntary evacuation Ocean Lakes will be happy to check you in!
Guests must check out in the Main Office if they choose to leave on a voluntary basis (prior to their scheduled departure date).
Please turn you car pass in as you depart.
Camping guests will receive a refund or may apply the balance to another reservation if they choose to depart prior to their scheduled departure date.
If you choose to depart (prior to you scheduled departure date) due to a storm after the Main Office has closed for the night, make sure you turn you car pass in to the Main Gate and let them know it is an early departure. (The car pass will help us know the date to use for you refund.)
NOTE: During a hurricane or tropical storm is the only time we accept a car pass for a refund - otherwise you would need to come to the office in person.

You have a reservation to camp, but there is a named storm in the Atlantic:

If you have a reservation and choose not come, you must call our Reservation line at 877-510-1413 to cancel your reservation (prior to your arrival date) and see if there is a special acception regarding your deposit. (Normally, we keep the $50 deposit if you cancel less then 7 days prior to your arrival date.)

Ocean Lakes Family Campground • 6001 South Kings Highway • Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
Campsite Reservations: 877.510.1413 • Rental Reservations: 800.845.2229 • Main Office: 843.238.5636
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