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SC EMD Hurricane Guide

South Carolina Hurricane Guide updated annually by SCEMD in collaboration with local and state partners of the S.C. Emergency Response Team

School closings due to weather

Several school districts have announced closings or E-learning due to possible severe weather.

Pedestrian struck, killed along Shop Road

The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating an early morning crash that left one person dead

South Carolina tops SC State 50-10 in game moved for Ian

Spencer Rattler threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score in South Carolina’s 50-10 victory over South Carolina State in a game moved from Saturday to Thursday night because of Hurricane Ian.

Flood prone streets to avoid during Ian related rainfall

Here is a list of flood prone street to stay clear of once Ian hits the Midlands

Local impacts from Ian-Chief Meteorologist John Farley's forecast and timing

Chief Meteorologist John Farley's forecast and timing on impact of Ian in SC

Governor Henry McMaster on Ian: Be prepared

Governor Henry McMaster says it is important for everyone in the state to be prepared for the impacts of Ian

Red Cross urges South Carolinians to build emergency kits

As Ian draws near, the Red Cross says they are prepared to open shelters to ensure people have a safe place to ride out the storm.

SLED charges two men for selling liquor to undercover police officer

South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) agents arrested two men after they sold liquor to an undercover police officer.

SCP: 24 year-old arrested for several bomb threats to local business

Sumter County Police arrested and charged Antwan Cleveland Alexander, 24, of Bethune after authorities say he called in several bomb threats to a local business.

School closings and early dismissals due to possible severe weather

Several school districts have announced early school dismissals and cancellations of after-school activities due to possible severe weather.

Update: Deputies investigate shots fired in neighborhood near Ridge View H.S.

Richland Co. deputies say they spent Thursday afternoon patrolling an area near Ridge View High School after receiving reports of gunshots being fired just before 1 p.m.

Governor McMaster set to hold Ian briefing

Governor Henry McMaster announced he will hold a media briefing with SC Emergency Management officials Thursday at 4:00pm

Business, government office closings, and event cancellations due to possible severe weather

Several businesses, government offices, and events have announced cancellations and closings due to possible severe weather.

Gamecocks host SC State tonight

South Carolina State (1-2) at South Carolina (2-2), Thursday, 7 p.m. ET (SEC Network)

Recognizing Red Cross Volunteers During Month Of March

SC Red Cross prepares for storms and sends volunteer to support Florida in wake of Ian

A disaster trained volunteer from the South Carolina Region of the American Red Cross has deployed to support efforts in Florida

Deputies: Westwood H.S. student arrested for bringing knife to school

Richland County Sheriff deputies say they have arrested a Westwood High school student for allegedly bringing a knife to school

State of Emergency declared in South Carolina ahead of Hurricane Ian

Ahead of Ian- -South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency, no evacuations

Local impacts from Ian-Chief Meteorologist John Farley's forecast track and timing

Chief Meteorologist John Farley's Ian Forecast

Charter school leadership attends Kids First Conference

Leadership from charter schools across the state came together for the 2nd annual "Kids First Conference." Hosted by the Charter Institute at Erskine and South Carolina Public Charter School District, the two day conference gives teachers and school leaders a chance to hear inspirational speakers, legislative panels, and have a little fun.