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…
Richland County's Emergency Animal Care Facility, located at 3216 Broad River Road, has opened their doors to some of your furry family members.
With Hurricane Irma now heading North, here are a few things you need to keep in mind before she hits the Midlands.
The SC Department of Emergency Management continues watching and waiting on Hurricane 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,…
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - Many state government offices will be closed today ahead of today's storm. Abbeville - Normal Aiken - Closed Allendale - Closed Anderson - Normal Bamberg - Closed Barnwell - Closed Beaufort - Closed Berkeley - Closed…
[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…
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,…
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…
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…
[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…
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – 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.…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
The Gamecocks beat Missouri Saturday night, 31-13, starting 2-0 for the first time since 2012.
[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…
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…
ABC NEWS-- How do you prepare for a hurricane if you can't evacuate? Here's what you need in your emergency survival kit.http://abcn.ws/2w8W587 #Irma https://twitter.com/ABC/status/905706485627453441
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,…
[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…
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…
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…
[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…
