September is National Preparedness Month, and in an effort to remind people that preparedness starts at the local level, the South Carolina Emergency Management Division is promoting programs and plans that may prove useful in times of emergency.

During the month, families, schools and businesses should review emergency plans, the contents of their emergency supply kits and consider conducting disaster drills so everyone will know what to do during an emergency and how their emergency plan works.

On Tuesday, around 2 p.m. an earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 rocked the Midlands.

With this year being one the hottest summers in the record book, motorist need to make sure that your vehicle has had its annual physical.

 

AAA Carolinas warns motorists of possible heat related vehicle failures and the dangers of leaving pets or children inside of unattended vehicles.