(Columbia, SC) -- No matter what part of the state you're in, you should be taking steps to prepare for a hurricane.
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division tweeted that message yesterday ahead of Hurricane Dorian.
Officials say hurricanes aren't just a coastal problem as areas hundreds of miles inland can experience high winds, tornadoes and flooding.
The SCEMD says you should create an emergency plan for your family and pets, and you can visit SCEMD.org to get tips on what items you should stock up on.