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
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Lugoff firefighters control Sunday afternoon fire
Lugoff Fire Department, Kershaw County Fire Service, Camden Fire, and Kershaw County EMS were called to a reported fire in the 1000 block of Critzer Drive in Lugoff.
Sumter PD: 2 men wanted on armed robbery charge
Two men are wanted by Sumter Police Department on a armed robbery charge, said the police.
Former pastor, wife arrested in connection with case involving crimes against minors
A former pastor and his wife have been arrested in connection to a case involving crimes against minors, said RCSD.
Storm hotline for Tropical Storm Debby activated
According to the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, a storm hotline has been activated for residents in South Carolina.
Closings, Delays, eLearning Days in the Midlands due to expected heavy rainfall
As South Carolina learns about the possible impact of Tropical Storm Debby as it hit Florida as a Hurricane Category 1, some school districts are turning to eLearning Days.
Dominion Energy urges customers to report a power outage on mobile app
In the event of a power outage Dominion Energy urges you to report an outage using their free mobile app.
"Second nature to us" -- Five Points prepares for possible flooding from Tropical Storm Debby
Steady rain is in the forecast for the next few days, and Columbia's flood-prone neighborhood of Five Points isn't waiting around to prepare.
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Tropical Storm Debby drenches Southeast with rain, high water as it drifts along the Atlantic coast
Tropical Storm Debby drenched coastal cities in Georgia and South Carolina, stirred up tornadoes and submerged streets with waist-high floodwaters Tuesday in what is just the beginning of a prolonged storm that could dump staggering totals up to 25 inches (64 centimeters) of rain.
13-year-old found safe, say West Columbia Police
The West Columbia PD says the 13-year-old who ran away from home was found safe.
West Columbia Police searching for 16-year-old
West Columbia Police is asking for the public's help finding a 16-year-old, said the department.
State officials held briefing on Tropical Storm Debby
Governor Henry McMaster held a second media briefing with state emergency management officials to update the public on the state's response to Tropical Storm Debby today, Tuesday, August 6, at 2 p.m.
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.
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.
