Tropical Storm Florence closing in on Midlands
ABC Columbia anchor Josh Berry hits the road to give you a look at conditions in the Midlands as residents wait on the arrival of Tropical Storm Florence.
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Update on power outages in the state during Florence
Local and statewide reports of outages, according to SCE&G.
Florence: Power Outage information from SCE&G
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–SCE&G wants to remind you of tips to follow during Hurricane Florence. The utility company says customers can report outages by texting the word *out* to the number 4-6-7 2-3-4. You can also report outages by using SCE&G’S mobile site on your phone or you can call the number on your screen. SCE&G is also warning people to stay…
Richland opens additional shelters in preparation of Hurricane Florence
Here is a list of additional shelters that have now opened for operation in Richland County.
SC EMD Briefing: Numerous Hazards from Hurricane Florence on Coast and in Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Friday the Governor and state leaders updated the state with the latest on Hurricane Florence. Officials with the National Weather Service said there are numerous hazards for the state due to the storm. Among those, tropical force winds and the potential for major flooding. Here is the upate from SC EMD. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Local…
SC Governor to deliver Hurricane Florence update in briefing Friday
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Friday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is set to hold a briefing on Hurricane Florence at approximately 2:30pm et. McMaster will speak from the command center at the State Emergency Management Division, along with key state leaders. ABC Columbia will carry the Governor’s briefing live on air and on-line. Plus, download our ABC Columbia app for Hurricane…
SC Power Crews at the ready for Hurricane Florence
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– One of the most widespread effects of this storm could likely be mass power outages. SCE&G announced they’re prepared to respond to what could potentially be significant and prolonged power outages. trucks are being staged at the Columbia speedway. SCE&G officials say no matter what this storm brings, they’ll be prepared. Officials say there are currently more than…
LIVE: Tracking Florence: McMaster addresses the public
Tracking Florence: Today's midday weather forecast
Hurricane Florence is slamming into the East Coast, knocking out power in North Carolina, dropping torrential rains and inundating several areas with floodwater. Here is a look at the dangerous storm by the numbers: 105 mph: As the storm made landfall Friday morning, Wilmington, North Carolina, was hit by a 105 mph wind gust, the strongest wind in the city…
SCEMD latest: Hurricane Florence expected to bring heavy rain and wind
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Flash Flood Watch issued starting at Noon
The National Weather Service Issues Flash Flood Watch
COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch starting at 12:00 PM on Friday, running though Sunday evening. Here is the statement from the National Weather Service: The Flash Flood Watch is now in effect for * A portion of central South Carolina, including the following areas, Calhoun, Chesterfield, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lee,…
