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High Winds, Rain, Downed Trees in Midlands

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The high winds from Tropical Storm Irma are toppling trees in parts of the Midlands, including the City of Columbia. Columbia Police are working several downed trees, including this one which fell on top of several power…

School Closings Due to Irma: UPDATED

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - Here is a list of school closures. Continue to check back for updates. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Bamberg School District Two will remain closed Tuesday, September 12.  Lexington County School District One will be on a two-hour delay…

Governor Henry McMaster gives update on Irma

Here are some useful links from the SOuth Carolina Department of Emergency Management: Report Power Outages Road Conditions Insurance Information Business Recovery Hotel Information SCEMD Tips School Closings Emergency Shelters DHEC Information Connect with the writer: Follow @kimberleidavis Get breaking…

Emergency shelters open across the Midlands

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - In anticipation of Hurricane Irma, emergency shelters are now open across the Midlands should you need it. Make sure you bring a personal ID, important documents, any medications you take, extra clothing, pillows, blankets, and hygiene…

Preparing for Hurricane Irma

With Hurricane Irma now heading North, here are a few things you need to keep in mind before she hits the Midlands.

SCE&G Bringing In Additional Power Crews for Irma

[gtxvideo vid='Ert6VENj' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Ert6VENj.jpg' vtitle='SCE&G Bringing In Additional Power Crews for Irma'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- As South Carolina prepares for Hurricane Irma's potential impact Monday afternoon, local utilities are also ready. SCE&G says it has brought in additional crews, nearly  650,…

Chief Meteorologist John Farley on Hurricane Irma's Monday Timing

[gtxvideo vid='l4kuhNY7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/l4kuhNY7.jpg' vtitle='Chief Meteorologist John Farley on Hurricane Irma'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Hurricane Irma's timing in South Carolina is Monday, with the potential impact being Damaging Wind in parts of the State. South Carolina could also see a number…

Monday morning Irma Update

Expect wind to increase as the day goes on, and Hurricane Irma continues to track north - northwest.  Although the major part of the storm will pass to our west, we will still feel the impacts with high wind, rain,…

Man Charged With Murder For Shooting in Orangeburg

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- An Elloree man has been charged in a March shooting death that took place in Orangeburg. Aaron Beach, 27, went before Orangeburg County magistrate Peggy Domreus on Saturday where he was formally charged with murder. The investigation began on March 20 when a…

Resident's Tip Leads to Burglary Arrest in Richland County

RICHLAND COUNTY, SC (WOLO)- Thanks to a vigilant citizen, deputies were able to capture a man responsible for a string of burglaries. William Curtis Young,40,is being charged with four counts of burglary, two counts of grand larceny, two counts of obtaining…

Hurricane Irma Track- Chief Meteorologist John Farley Forecast

  [gtxvideo vid='Qac26BWL' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Qac26BWL.jpg' vtitle='Hurricane Irma Track- Chief Meteorologist'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Hurricane Irma and the potential impact to South Carolina. Here is his latest update. Watch. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has ordered the…

Hurricane Irma, SC Impact By The Numbers

COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO) -- Here's a look at Hurricane Irma's impact, by the numbers for South Carolina. According to Governor Henry McMaster and state emergency division officials here is a look at the potential impact of Hurricane Irma on…

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