City starts Hurricane Florence information hotline
The City of Columbia starts a Customer Care Information Hotline to help residents in need during Hurricane Florence.
Local News
UofSC remains closed ahead of Hurricane Florence
The University of South Carolina has announced that it will be closed through Saturday Sept. 15, 2018.
President Trump sends video message to promote safety during Hurricane Florence
President Trump warned people Wednesday to get out of the way of Hurricane Florence.
Midlands prepares for Hurricane Florence as path significantly shifts
COLUMBIA,SC (WOLO)- Hurricane Florence's shift overnight has the city of Columbia moving to take more safety measures. "We're being vigilant, working every single day, every single hour," Mayor Steve Benjamin said. "We…
Charleston residents prepare for Hurricane Florence
ABC Columbia Anchor Josh Berry was live in Charleston today talking to residents about the upcoming hurricane.
SCEMD gives update on Hurricane Florence
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division gave an update today on Hurricane Florence.
SC Governor Henry McMaster to give Florence update in live briefing
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Wednesday 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.…
FEMA on Hurricane Florence Preparations and Missions after the storm
[gtxvideo vid='V1K1OD7O' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/V1K1OD7O.jpg' vtitle='FEMA on Hurricane Florence Preparations'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- FEMA says it is already focusing on critical missions that will come immediately following the storm. FEMA Administrator Jeff Byard says that Hurricane Florence is not a storm we will…
Hurricane Florence: Shelter update in the Midlands
[gtxvideo vid='K4JeRRQR' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/K4JeRRQR.jpg' vtitle='Shelter update in the Midlands'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State officials have set up shelters for evacuees of Hurricane Florence. As of Wednesday, one midlands schools was being used as a shelter, Ridge View High School. ABC Columbia's…
State Officials at Opcon 1- update from SC EMD
[gtxvideo vid='m0eCFai7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/m0eCFai7.jpg' vtitle='State Officials at Opcon 1- update from SC EMD'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Emergency officials are getting up to the minute updates on the track for Hurricane Florence. State Emergency officials are currently operating at level Opcon…
Midday Hurricane Florence wrap-up: Tips for prepping
[gtxvideo vid='RSIO7TXj' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/RSIO7TXj.jpg' vtitle='Midday Hurricane Florence wrap up']
ABC Columbia SC EMD updates - tracking Florence
[gtxvideo vid='zB3JvREg' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/zB3JvREg.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia SC EMD updates - tracking Florence'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- State Emergency officials are getting briefed on the updated track for Hurricane Florence. The command center is set up at the Emergency Management Division, where the…
DHEC: Stay Alert for rising water, owners of dams lower water levels in preparation for Florence
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental control is reminding owners and operators of reservoirs statewide to check their dams and take appropriate steps to safely lower water levels. DHEC says the water levels should be lowered…
Suspect wanted for armed robbery at Shell gas station on North Main: Deputies
Richland County Sheriff's Department are still searching for a suspect, who's accused of robbing a gas station on North Main Street Monday.
Candidate James Smith called for national guard duty for Florence
The Democrat running to be South Carolina’s next governor has been called up for guard duty to help during Hurricane Florence.
What you need to know about the state's price gouging law during 'Florence'
[gtxvideo vid='KdsHTVpr' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/KdsHTVpr.jpg' vtitle='Price Gouging Video'] COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - State Attorney General Alan Wilson enacted the state's price-gouging law earlier this week. Here's what you need to know; The law is designed to prevent individuals from raising prices of…
Gov. McMaster:We're in a very deadly...game of chess with Hurricane Florence
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- Governor Henry McMaster and other emergency agency officials are working around the clock to make sure the proper measures are taken across the state. "This is still a very…
Latest forecast show major shift in Hurricane Florence track
Here is the latest forecast from Chief Meteorologist John Farley
Event honors first responders in remembrance of 9/11
People gathered Tuesday evening at the Metropolitan Convention Center for the South Carolina Midlands First Responders and Military Service Members, to remember the brave men and women that jumped into action on Sept. 11, 2001.
First shelter in Columbia opens its doors
As evacuees from the coast begin making their way into Columbia, Ridgeview High School has already opened its doors to help those who don't have a place to stay.
List of shelters in the Midlands
The following are hurricane shelters available in the Midlands, according to the SCEMD website.
Suspect arrested for attempted murder, accused of shooting into crowd at West Columbia apartment complex
LEXINGTON, SC (WOLO) - The U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force arrested a suspect Tuesday (9/11) accused of shooting into a crowd on August 30. According to the Lexington County Sheriff's Department, Isaiah Butler,…
Hurricane Florence evacuation update
Three counties are no longer required to evacuate, but South Carolina’s emergency management team is still urging people to take caution, and prepare now.
Clemson looking after safety of players and their families ahead of Hurricane Florence
As Hurricane Florence continues it's path towards the Carolinas, college football continues to keep a watchful eye for how the storm will affect Saturday's week three games.
Here are the schools closed Wednesday ahead of Hurricane Florence
Closings for Wednesday Sept. 12: ALL Richland One School District ALL Richland Two School District ALL Lexington One School District ALL Lexington Two School District ALL Lexington County School District Three ALL School District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties…
