Just How Much Snow Did We Get
Below is a map put together by Eric Webb (@webberweather). You can see that most of us north of Columbia got about 2 inches of snow (light blue), while some spots in Kershaw County got more than 3 inches of…
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Prices at the Pump spike in the Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Gas prices are spiking in the Midlands. According to AAA, prices in South Carolina rose 2 cents per gallon since last week. Right now drivers are paying an average of $3.02 per gallon. Right now the national average…
DHEC set to distribute free at home COVID rapid test kits
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control will hand out at home rapid COVIDd-19 test kits, beginning Monday, January 24. DHEC says the test kits each contain two tests and will be available for pick-up…
Be cautious of Black Ice as snow, ice melts and refreezes
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Now that the snow and ice have melted from Friday's snow, drivers are asked to be cautious if they hit the roads late Saturday night into Sunday morning. There is the potential for black ice. Black ice is…
Tips to keep you and your pets safe amid winter weather conditions
Tips to keep you and your pets safe amid winter weather conditions.
Chief Meteorologist John Farley: Roads could be slippery Saturday morning
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking the latest on the winter weather. According to John, the Wintry mix Friday evening will make its way out of the Midlands Saturday afternoon. Most significant impacts will be slippery roads…
Winter Weather Tips from SC EMD
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- The South Carolina Emergency Management Division urges Midlands residents to stay off the roads for unnecessary travel as the winter weather moves out of the Midlands this weekend. If you have to drive, make sure you check…
Columbia Finally Got 1 Inch of Snow
Today Columbia Metro Airport (CAE) measured at least 1 inch of snow. Why is that significant? Because the last time that happened was nearly 8 years ago - February 12, 2014. Yes, it's been 2900 days since at least 1…
WINTER WEATHER: Preparing for hazardous conditions
The roads are also expected to be treacherous. Highway patrol advises staying at home if possible.
GALLERY: Snow and ice make their way to the Midlands
GALLERY: Snow and ice make their way to the Midlands
Columbia Fire crews put out apartment fire on Windover Road
The Columbia-Richland Fire Department says crews responded to an apartment fire on Windover Road Thursday night.
SC one of 9 states included in spinach recall
(CNN) Another recall, this time -- frozen chopped spinach. Frozen food development is recalling specific lots of Lidl branded 12-ounce packages of frozen spinach. The recall is for a possible listeria contamination. The greens…
Local Living: Final days of Restaurant Week in Columbia
Local Living: Hickory Tavern wants you to watch the Super Bowl with them, final days of Restaurant Week and more!
A look at the latest conditions in the Midlands
ABC Columbia Chief Meteorologist John Farley and Tyler Ryan bring you the latest on winter weather conditions in the Midlands.
Tips on staying safe: Be prepared for winter weather says SC EMD
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --SC EMD shares tips to stay safe tonight and tomorrow. SC EMD says that buying non-perishable food items is just one way you can prepare for winter weather…
Yet another earthquake in the Midlands
Elgin, S.C. (WOLO)--The US Geological Survey announced Friday afternoon that a 1.94 magnitude earthquake less than 5 miles south of Elgin. It is the 16th earthquake in the Elgin area since December 27th and the…
SCEMD: Some state government offices in the Midlands closed for winter weather threat
Some state government offices in the Midlands are closed today due to the winter weather threat.
RCSD asking for help identifying two men wanted for attempted murder
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is asking for the public's help identifying two men accused of attempted murder.
SC EMD on winter weather preparation
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) --We could see more winter weather Friday evening and into Saturday. We spoke with officials at SC EMD about the recent weather and winter safety tips. “Really it…
ABC Columbia tracking winter weather
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- ABC Columbia is tracking winter weather. According to Chief Meteorologist John Farley, thr wintry mix on Friday started out as freezing rain and sleet, then changed to all snow. The main issue with this storm will be…
25 officers given Medal of Valor for going above and beyond call of duty
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- Every year, the South Carolina Sheriff’s Association awards officers who go above and beyond the call of duty with a Medal of Valor. Columbia 25 officers from around the state…
Bill making it illegal to use cell phone while driving heads to Senate
Columbia, SC (WOLO) --- A bill that would make it illegal for drivers to hold a cellphone in their hands in South Carolina is heading to the Senate floor. The proposal passed the…
Wintry Mix on Friday
We're going to see a wintry mix on Friday - focused mainly in the afternoon, evening, and overnight. It'll start out as freezing rain and sleet, then change to all snow. As for accumulations, don't expect much. There just won't…
ONE-ON-ONE: Emergency management division chief reminds South Carolinians about winter weather preparation
With a possibility of freezing rain, sleet or snow threatening the Midlands, it’s best to think of the things you may not normally think of.
Local Living: Columbia City Ballet presents "Swan Lake," "Snowville" interactive exhibit at EdVenture
Local Living: Columbia City Ballet presents "Swan Lake," "Snowville" interactive exhibit at EdVenture.
