City's Overflow Shelter to open due to inclement weather
The City of Columbia is opening up its Overflow Shelter for the unsheltered populations at 3 p.m. Tuesday, August 6, said city officials.
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ABC Columbia tracking Debby- Noon Forecast update
ABC Columbia is tracking Debby. Meteorologist Tyler Ryan is in the weather center with the latest in this forecast update.
Richland County gives tips to stay safe during Tropical Storm Debby
As Tropical Storm Debby threatens the Midlands with inclement weather, Richland County Government is encouraging residents to plan ahead and use caution.
Columbia PD: Pedestrian killed while crossing roadway
Columbia PD responded to reports of a person that had been hit by a vehicle on Monday night.
Irmo firefighters respond to early morning collision
On Tuesday morning, Irmo Fire District responded to a collision that was blocking lanes of 26 westbound at the Piney Grove exit, according to firefighters.
President Biden approves emergency declaration for South Carolina
President Biden has authorized FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief efforts to alleviate the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency in South Carolina.
City cautions the public to avoid flood-prone streets, intersections
Due to impending inclement weather starting on Tuesday, August 6, the City of Columbia urging people to avoid flood-prone streets and intersections throughout the city.
Bishopville Police need public's help finding man wanted on several charges
Bishopville Police Department need your help finding a man wanted on several charges, said officers.
Storms swept across Columbia over the weekend leaving quite a bit of damage
Storms have swept across Columbia over the weekend leaving quite a bit of damage in some of the neighborhoods.
SLED investigating officer involved shooting at Lexington Medical Center
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) says they are continuing to investigate an officer involved shooting that took place last Friday at a Lexington hospital.
Park to close ahead of Impacts of Tropical Storm Debby
Congaree National Park is closing on Monday afternoon due to the expected weather conditions that Tropical Storm Debby will possible create, said park officials.
Power restored at Richland County C&D Landfill
Richland County Solid Waste & Recycling has reported a power outage on Monday at the County’s C&D Landfill because of a large tree falling.
SC Attorney announces state’s price gouging law in effect
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson says the law against price gouging in the state is now in effect since Governor McMaster declared a state of emergency on Sunday.
Biden-Harris Administration urges people in Debby’s path to stay safe during flooding
As Tropical Storm Debby has made landfall in Florida, and is expected to do the same in South Carolina, the Biden-Harris Administration is urging residents in the storm’s path to use caution and prepare for the possible extreme weather event.
Orangeburg County list sand, sandbag available sites
As Debby is expected to make landfall in South Carolina and impact many parts of the Palmetto with heavy rain, Orangeburg County is helping residents prepare.
City of Cayce to close all parks for the week
The City of Cayce has announced that all parks including the Cayce Riverwalk will be closed on Tuesday morning.
Historic Columbia to host 20th annual Palladium Silent Auction, Bidding & BBQ
The annual Palladium Silent Auction, Bidding & BBQ hosted by Historic Columbia is returning.
Richland Library to hold Learn Freely Fest 2024
The Richland Library is holding a day of learning for the whole family on Saturday.
$10,000 Mega Millions ticket sold in Columbia
If you bought a Mega Millions ticket in Columbia at Lucky Stop at 743 Hazelwood Road, you should check your tickets because you could be a lucky winner.
Red Cross urges South Carolinians to prepare as Hurricane Debby set to make landfall
The Red Cross is urging South Carolinians to prepare for Hurricane Debby as it is set to make landfall in the coming days in the state.
SCDOT to repair Killian Road in Richland County
SCDOT crews will be working on repairs to a portion of Killian Road in Richland County on Monday morning, said SC Dept. of Transportation.
SCDOT prepares the state for Hurricane Debby
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is preparing for the potential weather impacts of Tropical Storm Debby, said SCDOT.
Tropical Storm Debby threatens Southeast with potentially catastrophic flooding, record-setting rain
Tropical Storm Debby was downgraded to a tropical storm after it reached Florida's gulf coast early Monday as a hurricane, bringing with it the potential for catastrophic flooding.
Tropical Storm Debby strengthens into a Category 1 hurricane as it heads toward Florida
Photo: NOAA via AP; Article Updated 11:16 PM EDT, August 4, 2024 TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tropical Storm Debby has strengthened into a Category 1 hurricane as it approaches Florida. Forecasters at the National Hurricane Center in Miami said on…
Governor McMaster issues State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Debby
According to the Office of the Governor, Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2024-16, declaring a State of Emergency in preparation for the potential effects of Tropical Storm Debby, and asks South Carolinians to monitor local forecasts and to begin taking proper precautions.
