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Claudette bringing rain and storms to the Midlands

Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking the latest weather developments

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Father’s Day has been soggy, as the Midlands continues to experience tropical moisture from Claudette, moving in from the Gulf of Mexico. Some parts of the Midlands are seeing 1-3 inches of rain. According to Chief Meteorologist John Farley, some areas Sunday afternoon and evening could possibly see higher amounts of rain. We will see some…

SC Red Cross looking for donors due to blood shortage

Red Cross says it is experiencing a major blood shortage and they are looking for blood donations

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Are you ready to roll up your sleeve for a good cause? The American Red Cross says it is experiencing a major blood shortage and they are looking for blood donations. According to officials, donors of all blood types, especially type O, are urged to make an appointment in South Carolina.  Per the Red Cross:  You can…

Tracking the latest forecast: Father’s Day will be soggy

Chief Meteorologist John Farley's look at the Tropics

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Father’s Day will be a wet Sunday as the Midlands experiences tropical moisture moving in from the Gulf of Mexico. Plan on 1-3 inches of rain, possibly with a few spots seeing higher amounts. We will see some wind and storms. We’ll also see some thunderstorms Sunday throughout the day, says Chief Meteorologist John Farley. @FarleyWeather…

Tropical depression to bring rain, wind to the Midlands Sunday

Chief Meteorologist John Farley's look at the Tropics

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Chief Meteorologist John Farley is continuing to follow the latest on Tropical developments. According to John, Claudette will bring some rain this evening. John says the heavy rain will arrive Sunday in the Midlands, with wind and storms. John Farley @FarleyWeather #Claudette is headed our way. Look for some rain this evening, but the main event will…

Crews set to trim trees in some Columbia neighborhoods over next two weeks

Dominion Energy says crews will perform tree trimming activities

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Some City of Columbia neighborhoods will have Tree Trimming activities over the next two weeks. Dominion Energy says crews will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods: Distribution Line Tree Trimming: Olympia Hollywood Rosewood Hills University Hills Wales Garden Neighborhood Assoc. Wheeler Hill Neighborhood Assoc. Colonial Park Neighborhood Assoc. Hyatt Park Neighborhood Around…

Lexington ‘Smart 911’ system for emergencies available to all residents

The new system allows you to put in information before an emergency so EMS is more than prepared when you need them

Lexington, SC (WOLO) — All Lexington County residents now have access to a new free service that emergency officials say will help save critical time when emergencies arise. Officials say  Smart911 allows you to create a safety profile at www.smart911.com or on the Smart911 App that includes any information they want 9-1-1 and response teams to have in the event of an…

Tropical Moisture Headed Our Way

Chief Meteorologist John Farley's look at the Tropics

Sunday is going to be soaking wet – courtesy of some tropical moisture moving in from the Gulf of Mexico. Plan on 1-3 inches (a few spots with higher amounts) from Saturday night to Sunday night. We’ll also see some thunderstorms. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Local News, Weather Blog