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Important HGTC Update: No Changes to College Operations for Monday (9/29/25)
As of this morning, HGTC leadership has determined there will be no changes to College operations for Monday, September 29. This decision is based on what we currently know, and we ask that you remain alert to any messages should conditions change and require us to alter operations. We will continue to closely monitor the system currently offshore.
Tropical Depression Nine continues to organize and is likely to become a tropical storm soon. The latest guidance has shifted the projected track farther south and east, keeping the center well offshore from the South Carolina coast. This shift reduces the risk for our area, with the strongest winds expected to remain offshore and rainfall projections decreasing for inland areas.
While the overall outlook appears more favorable, the system is still expected to strengthen as it approaches the coast. One of the primary concerns remains the potential for coastal flooding and storm surge especially if the system stalls near the shoreline for 24 hours or more on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Please keep an eye on this system, as there are still some concerns from the National Hurricane Center on when the system will actually turn east. As the system moves north, the wind field will expand and the rain bands will push further out in front of the system. Local forecasts are likely to change as the system moves closer.
HGTC鈥檚 Emergency Management Team remains in close communication with local and state partners, including Horry and Georgetown County Emergency Management, local school districts, and Coastal Carolina University. We will continue to monitor the storm closely and share updates as conditions evolve.
Any future operational changes will be communicated promptly through HGTC email, the HGTC Advisory Page, the myHGTC portal, HGTC social media platforms, and local media outlets.
Thank you for staying alert and prepared as we continue to track this system.
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Hurricane Preparedness for Students, Faculty and Staff
All campuses of HGTC can be impacted by coastal weather systems & patterns including tropical storms and hurricanes. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to sign up for text message alerts in case of a weather related delay or closing. Closing messages will be sent via text, email, and posted on the college's , homepage and local news stations. You can also visit the Department of Public Safety.
Sign up: HGTC AlertsThe following resources provide important information in the event of a weather related emergency:
National Hurricane Center
See the National Hurricane Center website for the most up-to-date weather information.
Horry County Government
The Horry County Government has numerous resources for the public including emergency preparedness resources, hurricane shelter information and evacuation routes.
Georgetown County Government
Ready.gov hurricane preparedness information
- Use this developed by the Department of Homeland Security to decide which actions you should take when there has been a hurricane watch or warning alert from the National Weather Service in your local area
South Carolina Department of Transportation
- Get current information on .
Disaster assistance for students, faculty and staff
Below are some ways to find out how to get help after assessing damage from hurricane Matthew:
Federal Assistance
If you were impacted by flooding in South Carolina, FEMA ma
y be able to help you with flood related costs. Apply for aid at or by calling 800-621-3362/800-462-7585 (TTY). Early registration is encouraged.
Call 2-1-1
Those needing information on the latest shelter, donation and recovery information can call the state's 2-1-1 hotline. Horry County, the United Way of Horry County, Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster and other area nonprofits are working with the state to provide the call center with the most current information, according to a press release from the United Way.
South Carolina Emergency Management Division
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loans
For financial assistance from the Small Business Administration, applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via the .
Other Important Phone Numbers
- 843-477-0020
- 843-488-2769
- 843-915-5150