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A shooting occurred on a private charter boat in Little River, Horry County, leaving 10 people injured, with 3 still hospitalized. The incident happened during a party with around 124 attendees, and police believe one person on the boat was the shooter. No suspects have been identified, and authorities are seeking tips from the public.
In South Carolina, two emus have escaped from their owner in Horry County, following a recent incident where 43 monkeys escaped from a research facility in Beaufort County. The emus are currently roaming freely in the Green Sea area, but officials assure that they pose no risk to the community. Police are working with the owner to recapture the birds.
The National Weather Service has completed a survey confirming that a tornado touched down in Horry County, South Carolina during a coastal storm on Sunday. The tornado caused damage in the Socastee area, snapping large trees and blowing off pieces of mobile home roofs. The NWS determined a minimum wind speed of 90 miles per hour, classifying the tornado as an EF-1. Additionally, straight-line winds caused damage in other areas, including the Old Waccamaw Mall and overturned trucks.
A radar-confirmed tornado caused damage in Horry County, including areas such as Forestbrook, River Oaks Drive, Burcale Road, and Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach, as a result of a strong coastal storm.
Pharmacies in Horry County are experiencing high demand as flu cases rise in the area. Medical experts are urging residents to stay home when sick and maintain good hand hygiene to prevent the spread of disease. Flu season is expected to continue through March and April. Vaccines, such as the flu shot and the new RSV vaccine, are recommended for protection. COVID-19 cases are down locally, but there has been an increase in flu cases. Medical professionals emphasize the importance of handwashing and wearing masks when going out while ill. Some pharmacies are facing staffing shortages due to their own technicians falling ill.
A hunter in Horry County, South Carolina, was shot multiple times by another hunter on private land. The victim, who is a family member of the shooter, is in stable condition. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is investigating the incident, and initial information suggests it was an accident. Accident reconstruction will be part of the investigative process.
A small plane crashed at a golf course in Horry County, near Grey Heron Drive in Barefoot Resort. First responders quickly extinguished the active fire that resulted from the crash. The area is currently restricted, and further details are awaited.
A driver was shot at along Highway 22 in Horry County, South Carolina, after leaving a gas station on Highway 90. The victim suffered two gunshot wounds and was taken to the hospital. No arrests have been made, and the victim's condition is unknown.
Horry County police are investigating a shooting that occurred along Highway 90, resulting in one person being sent to the hospital. The injured person is expected to recover. Details about the incident, including whether anyone is in custody or the motive behind the shooting, remain unclear. The area has since been cleared, and the investigation is ongoing.
A 14-year-old freshman student from Loris High School, Kaleb Brown, was killed in a shooting at a bar in Horry County, South Carolina. The police were called to the One n Done bar, but no victims were found at the scene. Later, two people showed up at the hospital, and Brown died from a gunshot wound to the head. The investigation is ongoing, and it's unclear if any arrests have been made. The school district is providing counseling services to students and staff affected by Brown's death.