Central Horry storm history
Storm events recorded in Central Horry, South Carolina between 1950 and 2025.
10
Total events
0
Tornadoes
0
Hail
0
Floods
2
Deaths
$64K
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
A couple in Loris died from carbon monoxide poisoning from a generator they were using in their home.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Four to six inches of snow and sleet mix fell across central Horry county, with a maximum of 6 measured in Conway, SC. County offices were closed for two days.
High Wind High Wind
Roof damage to Summer Wind Oceanfront Hotel in Myrtle Beach.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Wind gusts from ranged from 45 to 50 mph across the central portions of the county. Dozens of downed trees and powerlines were down as a result, which lead to scattered power outages. Rainfall averaged 3 to 4 inches causing some minor flooding.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
A 42 knot gust was measured at KMYR.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Freezing rain late afternoon and evening changed over briefly to sleet and snow overnight. 0.1 of ice observed across most of the area, including Longs. Icing reported on overpass on Highway 90 in Little River.
Wildfire Wildfire
Two structures were damaged by a wildfire that crossed SC Highway 9. Multiple residents along Flag Patch Road were evacuated.
Strong Wind Strong Wind
Strong winds blew a tree down at the Socastee Wing Bridge, blocking marine traffic.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Downed power lines on Hwy 45.
Hurricane (Typhoon) Hurricane (Typhoon)
A tree fell on a house causing roof damage on New Rd in Conway.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 |