DHEC advises checking reservoir dam levels ahead of storm
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is advising owners and operators of reservoirs to check their dams.
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Gamecocks Athletics release update on Hurricane Florence plan
University of South Carolina Athletics released a statement Monday night in regards to the monitoring of Hurricane Florence in prep of Saturday’s contest against Marshall.
Gov. Henry McMaster orders mandatory evacuations; expect heavy traffic Tuesday at noon
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster ordered mandatory evacuations for parts of the South Carolina Coast, due to Hurricane Florence. The Governor says the coastal counties will evacuate Tuesday beginning at Noon. It is mandatory that Jasper, Beaufort, Colleton, Charleston, Dorchester, Berkley Georgetown, and Horry counties evacuate. Lane reversals will also begin at Noon. This includes 1-26 from…
Red Cross prepares for Hurricane Florence
The Red Cross is getting ready for the possible arrival of Hurricane Florence. Click here to find out how you can help.
Price gouging law in effect to prevent unreasonable prices during Hurricane Florence
State Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that state’s price-gouging law is in effect.
Politicians postpone campaigning until hurricane passes
Today both Governor Henry McMaster and Democratic Gubernatorial nominee James Smith announced they are suspending all campaign activities until the storm has passed.
S.C. National Guard deployed in response to Hurricane Florence
Adjutant General Robert Livingston announced this afternoon that there are currently 1,600 South Carolina National Guardsmen and women on active duty in response to Hurricane Florence.
YMCA is offering all-day daycare for children during school closures
The YMCA of Columbia Association announced today that its Lexington, Northwest and Jeep Rogers locations will be holding all-day daycare for children ages 5-12.
Sex offender sentenced to 13 years in Lexington Co.
A sex offender in Lexington County was sentenced to 13 years incarceration after pleading guilty to criminal sexual conduct with a minor.
Flood-prone streets and intersections in the Midlands
The City of Columbia has released a list of roads that commonly flood during severe weather, and urges drivers to use caution while driving in these areas.
