South Carolina News Summary: May 26, 2025At least 11 people were hospitalized following a shooting in Little River, South Carolina, on Sunday evening. The incident occurred near a boat dock by the Intracoastal Waterway, with authorities reporting that some victims may have arrived at hospitals in private vehicles. The Horry County Police Department has called it an isolated incident with no ongoing risk to the community. During the response, a North Myrtle Beach police officer accidentally shot himself in the leg at a nearby marina and is reported to be in stable condition[1][3].Governor Henry McMaster has declared May as Hurricane Preparedness Month in South Carolina, encouraging residents to review emergency plans as the Atlantic hurricane season approaches[2]. The announcement comes as the state continues recovery efforts from the Table Rock Fire in Pickens County, for which McMaster declared a State of Emergency in March. The executive order included a ban on outdoor burning until further notice and secured federal assistance through a FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant to support firefighting efforts[2].In transportation news, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety reported five fatalities on state roadways during the weekend of May 2-4. These preliminary figures contribute to the state's ongoing traffic safety monitoring for 2025[5].The South Carolina Emergency Management Division recently conducted a full-scale exercise to prepare for potential pipeline disruptions during cold weather events. The drill brought together members of the South Carolina Emergency Response Team to improve coordination during infrastructure emergencies[2].Looking Ahead: South Carolina officials continue to monitor hurricane preparedness as the state enters the traditional Atlantic hurricane season in June. Authorities in Horry County are investigating the Little River shooting, with updates expected in the coming days. The state's emergency management teams remain focused on wildfire response in the Upstate region while preparing for potential summer weather challenges.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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