As Richland County continues preparations for the potential impacts from Hurricane Florence, residents are urged to make plans now to stay safe.

Richland County opens shelter for coastal evacuees and provides phone line for residents to call if they have general questions related to the storm.

Richland County will open Tuesday for regular business hours as officials continue to monitor weather conditions and make preparations related to Hurricane Florence, which is expected to impact the Carolinas this week.

A series of events to transform Richland County neighborhoods kicks off this fall with several programs and projects, including an outdoor dinner to bring together 100 residents for a community conversation.

Richland County Government offices will close Monday, Sept. 3 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.