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Some South Carolina utilities are ready to incorporate Twitter into their disaster update plans.

During hurricane season when all other power goes out, getting updates via cell phone may be the best option. Utility companies plan to send out updates on power outages as well as safety messages and tips through Twitter.

Head over to The State for the full story.

But, while you wait for SCE&G to formalize any plans about storm updates on Twitter, here's their storm resource page.