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Emergency Shelters to Open in South Carolina

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) -- South Carolina Emergency officials say shelters will be available for residents and visitors evacuating due to Hurricane Irma. In the event that you must use a shelter, SC Emergency officials suggest you bring your own pillows,…

Hurricane Irma: Where to Report SC Power Outages, Downed Trees

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland County Government officials want you to be prepared if Hurricane Irma causes power outages or downed trees in our area. Per Richland County, here's a list of important numbers.  To report power outages, residents should contact…

City of Cayce Releases Safety Plan, Closings for Irma

 COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)--Cayce City officials release Safety plan for Hurricane Irma. According to city leaders, City parks and trails will close onSunday, September 10th at 3 PM and will remain closed through Monday. o              Monday’s trash collection is canceled and will…

Chief Meteorologist John Farley's Forecast on Irma's Inland Track

[gtxvideo vid='1M8VadNx' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1M8VadNx.jpg' vtitle='Chief Meteorologist John Farley's Forecast on Irma'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Hurricane Irma and the potential impact to South Carolina. Here is his latest update. Watch. ABC NEWS–Overnight projections of Irma’s path showed…

Heavy Traffic In Florida as Evacuees Leave, Irma Expected to Make Landfall Sunday

ABC NEWS-- Video shows massive traffic jam on the Florida Turnpike as people attempt to flee Hurricane #Irma. http://abcn.ws/2f9Es2g  https://twitter.com/ABC/status/906195518346469378 With more than a million Florida residents ordered to evacuate due to  Hurricane Irma, Gov. Rick Scott urged people to leave without delay. "If…

Updated School Closings Due to Irma

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 delay the opening of school Tuesday,…

Irma: City Urges Drivers to Avoid Flood Prone Streets

[gtxvideo vid='vQO4Iugi' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/vQO4Iugi.jpg' vtitle='Irma: City Urges Drivers to Avoid Flood Prone Streets'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The City of Columbia is reminding drivers to avoid flood prone streets and intersections. If Hurricane Irma strikes us here in the Midlands, they want you…

SC DNR Urges Boat Owners to Secure Their Boats for Irma

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is urging boat owners to secure their boats for the potential impact from Hurricane Irma. DNR officials say if it is not possible to remove the boat from the water…

SC Barrier Island Evacuations Begin 10am Saturday

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Limited Coastal evacuations are set to begin at 10am Saturday. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster ordered the evacuation of Barrier Islands in Colleton, Beaufort & Jasper counties starting at 10 a.m. Saturday. McMaster says there are No…

Tracking Hurricane Irma- ABC Columbia Chief Meteorologist John Farley

[gtxvideo vid='he3TmG7l' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/he3TmG7l.jpg' vtitle='Tracking Hurricane Irma- ABC Columbia Chief'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Hurricane Irma and the potential impact the storm could have on South Carolina, and the Midlands. The forecast is tracking more West…

Richland County Offices Closed Monday: Irma Plan in Place

[gtxvideo vid='1pCYvl7Q' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1pCYvl7Q.jpg' vtitle='Richland County Government State of Emergency'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Richland County offices will be closed Monday. Richland County leaders made that announcement Friday afternoon. Officials add that public works crews are currently working to clear debris from storm…

SCE&G Prepares For Irma Impact In South Carolina

    Columbia, SC (WOLO)-- The Midlands top power provider is keeping its eye on Irma. During a news conference this morning SCE&G President of Operations, Keller Kissam Warned customers to not have…

ABC Columbia: Hurricane Irma Forecast Update from Chief Meteorologist John Farley

[gtxvideo vid='pZNXs9OY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/pZNXs9OY.jpg' vtitle='ABC Columbia Hurricane Irma Forecast Update'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Hurricane Irma and the potential impact to South Carolina. Here is his latest update. Watch. ABC NEWS--Overnight projections of Irma’s path showed less…

Deputies: One Shot, Killed after Altercation

Richland Co., S.C. --Richland County deputies say around noon Friday two people showed up at a home on Bayfield Rd. near I-277. Investigators say they were involved in an altercation with someone who lives in the home. According to deputies…

Governor Henry McMaster: Hurricane Irma Update

Check for a live feed from SCEMD COLUMBIA, SC  (WOLO) -Governor Henry McMaster is set to address the state, along with SC Agencies at a 2pm Friday media briefing. ABC Columbia News will broadcast the event Live. State officials are…

CPD: Child Accidentally Shoots Self, Father Commits Suicide

Columbia, S.C.(WOLO)--Columbia police say Wednesday morning two year old Kyree Myers found a loaded gun inside a home on Truax Ln. and accidentally shot himself. Investigators say the child's mother was home at the time and called 911. When police…

Second Arrest Made in Downtown Vandalism Case

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)--Columbia Police say a second suspect is facing charges in connection in a string of vandalism incidents throughout the downtown area including ABC Columbia. Investigators say Titus Bolen is charged with five counts of Vandalism and Assault-Third. According…

State public hotline activated

Residents in South Carolina who have questions about Hurricane Irma can now call the state’s toll-free hotline. Operators with the Public Information Phone System (PIPS) are available 24 hours a day for as long as is needed.

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