Does Myrtle beach get a lot of tornadoes specifically in the summer?

While tornadoes can occur anywhere, the Myrtle Beach area is not considered to be a "tornado alley." The region is located in a relatively low-risk area for tornadoes, with an average of only about one tornado per year. The majority of tornadoes that occur in the Myrtle Beach area are weak, with winds of less than 110 miles per hour. However, there have been some stronger tornadoes in the past, including an EF3 tornado that caused significant damage in 1984.

The likelihood of a tornado occurring in the Myrtle Beach area is highest during the spring and summer months, when severe thunderstorms are most common. However, tornadoes can occur at any time of year, so it is always important to be aware of the potential for severe weather and to take precautions when necessary.