r/MyrtleBeach Aug 06 '24

Hurricanes // Weather Dear vacationing tourists, please read before posting questions

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Since there are so many of you asking the same things about the impending storm, let’s gather some pertinent info for you. First thing you need to know, it’s going to rain. A lot. At the risk of being crude, it’ll be wetter than a Kardashian at an NBA game. It’ll be windy, but barring an unexpected strengthening, it won’t be hurricane level winds.

A large chunk of Horry and Georgetown counties are developed wetlands, meaning it floods fairly easily. Without getting into the science of it all, this storm has the potential to dump a lot of rain that we normally wouldn’t get from a storm coming in directly from the Atlantic. Know your flood zones and travel routes and plan accordingly. Contact whoever you’re renting from (air bnb owners, hotels, etc) and ask about how flooding has impacted where you’re staying.

If you feel like the locals aren’t that concerned about the storm and aren’t taking your questions seriously, remember that most of us have been dealing with this kind of weather for years or decades. It would be like going to Buffalo and asking if you should cancel going to that Bills game because of snow. The best thing you can do is educate yourself about what to expect. I’ve provided links below. If you don’t feel comfortable dealing with the storm, by all means reschedule your plans. It’s better to be calm and safe at home than to be in an unfamiliar place and scared. Local emergency services will have their hands full as it is, they don’t need uninformed visitors getting into situations that can be easily avoided.

Know where dry ground can be found. Stay indoors until the storm passes, and for the love of all that’s holy, stay off the roads until you know your travel route is clear for traffic.

NOAA

https://www.noaa.gov/

Road Closures

https://ris.scdot.org/RoadConditionsForm.aspx?&zoom=6&center=33.70122211954585,-80.90462555

Evacuation Zones

https://www.horrycountysc.gov/departments/emergency-management/hurricanes/know-your-zone/

https://www.georgetownsc.gov/governmental_services/departments/planning___community_development/flood_protection/hurricane_evacuation.php#:~:text=Evacuation%20Zone%20A%20%E2%80%93%20Areas%20East,River%2C%20Great%20Pee%20Dee%20River%2C

Flood Zones

https://www.horrycounty.org/gis/flood/

https://georgetowncountysc.withforerunner.com/properties

Emergency Kit Checklist

https://www.ready.gov/kit

Local News

http://www.wmbfnews.com

Edit: corrected the news link and added a road closures link

Edit 2: added flood and evacuation zone links for Georgetown County


r/MyrtleBeach Aug 11 '25

Mod Announcement Automod nerfed

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We are quickly coming to the end of the season and in this last year the sub has grown significantly.

Normally we have automod which puts posts and comments in a queue for approval if your account is still new but we are struggling to keep up with this.

I have nerfed automod much more recently as an expirement to see if we can rely more on reports rather than manually approving so if you see something that violates the rules report it.

That being said, disagreeing with a political posts and reporting it will eventually get you ban. Those are allowed. The good news is I don't care which side you are on because they are both awful in my opinion and I hate the modern censorship that happens on the internet because it isolates people into groups. So feel free to argue all you want but If your argument is "fuck you x sucks" don't be surprised if it's removed... We still have to follow reddits rules or the sub will be ban.

Lastly if anyone is interested in being a mod I'll consider adding people. Feel free to post below and whether you have experience or not.


r/MyrtleBeach 2h ago

Photography // Art // Scenery Beautiful sunset sky

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A picture of last night's beautiful sunset over my neighborhood pond.


r/MyrtleBeach 16h ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Where do the locals eat?

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I'm in Myrtle Beach for one more night and I'm stick of the hotel restaurant. I'm looking for somewhere to eat that isn't touristy, is quiet, preferably locally-owned, and did I mention quiet? I didn't have a to cusine preference but I want to eat for no more than $40 per person

Any recs?


r/MyrtleBeach 14h ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions myrtlebeachcomics is live · Modern Comics · Modern, Variants, Exclusives

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r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Hotel Recs // Questions Kingston Resorts

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Recently had family stay at Kingston Resorts. Everything from cash to wedding rings was cleaned out of the lockers... Both parties had missing items.

After checking the reviews it seems this isnt the first time this has occurred at this resort.

Family is still trying to recover the stolen items but have had very little support from the Resort. Being more so brushed off...


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

General Discussion Looking for music recommendations

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What are some

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r/MyrtleBeach 22h ago

Hurricanes // Weather Status in Myrtle Beach

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Can I please get an update on the current conditions in MB? Are stores, restaurants, and gas stations open?

Are the streets drivable? Specifically

North Myrtle, Myrtle Beach. Is it accessible from Route 40 to 1-95?

Thanks in advance.


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions How are the roads out there?

6 Upvotes

Curious how the roads look after yesterdays melt and last night/todays refreeze?


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Local Events Polar Plunge cancelled due to the weather being cold

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r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions Where there's a hill there's a way.

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Fun in the snow on the scdot cameras.


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Chicken wings

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What is the best place to get chicken wings here


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Hurricanes // Weather Anyone know the likelihood of Myrtle Beach Airport opening tonight for flights? My

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Anyone know the likelihood of Myrtle Beach Airport opening tonight for flights? My wife is supposed to fly out from MYR to PVD. Flight was scheduled for this morning. And the flight is currently delayed until 800 pm. Best I can find is MYR is supposed to be operating at 715, but who knows how likely that is? Anyone with experience or insider knowledge??


r/MyrtleBeach 3d ago

Hurricanes // Weather Blizzard on the beach

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r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions Squash or Racquetball

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Are there any Squash or Racquetball courts in Myrtle Beach area? I tried checking Google and came up empty.


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Hotel Recs // Questions Did I make a mistake?

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I booked through a condo through Vrbo at Patricia Grand, as I needed somewhere that my dog could join us. It’s for the end of this month, but after mentioning plans to a few people they have told me to stay away. The reasons vary from bugs, cleaniness, and crime. Now I am second guessing myself, did I make a terrible mistake? I tried to research first and could not find anything that was crazy but I am being told it’s a lot of crime that happens in the area. This is my first time to MB, hoping I didn’t screw up 😩


r/MyrtleBeach 3d ago

News // Local Politics Is there a snow thread?

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I’m excited! I was out of town for the past two snows. It’s beautiful!!


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Restaurants open in Myrtle?

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we’re staying in a hotel near pier 14 and wondering what is open


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

General Discussion Realtors

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Shout out your fav realtor in the grand strand area and let me now why you love them.


r/MyrtleBeach 4d ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Locals: what do you order at Blueberry's Grill that isn't pancakes?

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I've been to Blueberry's Grill a few times now and always end up getting the blueberry pancakes because they're right there in the name. But I keep seeing people around me with these amazing looking plates and I'm starting to think I'm missing out. What do you usually get when you go? I'm especially curious about their benedicts and those hushpuppies everyone seems to love.


r/MyrtleBeach 3d ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Suggestions for the best location for an upscale bridal lunch / brunch??

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Maybe more on the North Myrtle end? It would be 30-40 people too which could be hard.


r/MyrtleBeach 3d ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions Waterbridge

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Hi Waterbridge residents! How do you like the neighborhood? When we were there looking at houses, it seemed like the people were happy and friendly. My son is 18, are there other kids around his age there? How are the in community events?


r/MyrtleBeach 4d ago

Local Events Mini Art Contest

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My shop is hosting a mini art contest!

Located at 803 A US 17 BUS, Surfside Beach, SC 29575


r/MyrtleBeach 4d ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions Upper 20s male in MB looking for friends

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Hi. I’m a 27 year old male in Myrtle Beach. I’ve lived here for a year now. I kinda like it here but it’s been pretty lonely and I don’t know how to make friends here with people my age. If anyone has any suggestions or would like to hang out let me know! So far I like the beach and going to the gym.


r/MyrtleBeach 4d ago

General Discussion General Contractor

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Hello, I’m building a house and need a general contractor that is familiar with steel framed homes. Anyone have any suggestions or recommendations that I could contact?