Hurricane season in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, runs from June through November every year and so we’re right in the middle of it. The peak months for hurricane activity are August and September. If you are planning a vacation here during these months, you should prepare yourself before arriving at your Condo in Myrtle Beach by keeping the following tips in mind.

Vacationers should not let storms deter them from taking a vacation to the Myrtle Beach area during the summer and fall seasons. Autumn here provides vacationing families with dropping accommodation rates to accompany the falling temperatures and humidity.

If you are unlucky enough to be right in the middle of a vacation when a hurricane takes aim at the coast of the Carolinas, like Hurricane Irene just did, don't worry. Unlike an unexpected afternoon thunderstorm, hurricanes do not sneak up on the South Carolina coast. This gives vacationers plenty of time to pack up their Condo in Myrtle Beach belongings and leave before the situation gets dangerous.

The best piece of advice we can give you if you plan on visiting the area during hurricane season is to keep an eye on the extended Myrtle Beach weather forecast. If a hurricane approaches during your trip, don't panic. As soon as it looks like you may need to abandon your vacation, begin following these steps.

    •    Watch the local weather station and follow their advice.
    •    Check on earlier flights home and arrive earlier at the airport.
    •    Fill your car with a full tank of gas at first sign of hurricane.
    •    Map out evacuation routes before your leave.
    •    Pack water and food in case of traffic jams when driving.
    •    If an evacuation order is issued don't wait until the last minute to leave.

Most vacation packages provide refunds or rain checks in the event of cancellations and evacuations due to hurricanes. Make sure to ask about this before booking your Condo in Myrtle Beach.

Whatever you do, don't take the threat of hurricanes lightly. Pay attention to local weather forecasts. Listen to local officials. Follow the steps above and give yourself plenty of time to evacuate your Condo in Myrtle Beach safely.