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The Federal Government mobilizes in preparation for Hurricane Florence
President Trump says he is making sure South Carolina gets all of the assistance it needs with the impending Hurricane, but advises those in the Carolina's to take this storm seriously.
Governor McMaster says SC needs to prepare, some evacuations lifted, majority remain in place
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Tuesday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster lifted the mandatory evacuations for three counties. Those counties are: Jasper, Beaufort and Colleton. According to the Governor, residents in the southern most parts of South Carolina no longer need…
Pet rescue comes from Tennessee to rescue shelter animals in path of Florence
[gtxvideo vid='PWisctXI' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/PWisctXI.jpg' vtitle='Tenn pet rescue'] PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC (WOLO) - A Tennessee pet rescue drove nine hours to save animals in Hurricane Florence's path. Big Fluffy Dog Rescue made the trip to Pawleys Island Tuesday (9/11) to pick up…
Tips for pet owners preparing for Hurricane Florence
Today the ASPCA sent out reminders of what to do with your pet during the evacuation.
Lane reversals currently underway
Some travelers are heeding warnings to get out of dodge before Hurricane Florence strikes the North and South Carolina Coasts.
Evacuees from coast tell ABC Columbia traffic moving pretty smoothly
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- ABC Columbia crews are scouting out the traffic across the Midlands as evacuees make their way from the coast. We stopped at one rest area off 1-26…
SC Governor McMaster Lifts Mandatory Evacuations for 3 Counties
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- On Tuesday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster lifted the mandatory evacuations for three counties. Those counties are: Jasper, Beaufort and Colleton. According to the Governor, residents in the southern most parts of South Carolina no longer need…
Richland deputies investigate shooting on Brookman Road
Richland County Sheriff's Department are still investigating an early morning shooting today on Brookman Road.
Suspect accused of severely beating elderly man over money
The Richland County Sheriff's Department is hoping you can help them locate the man seen here accused of beating an elderly man after a dispute over money.
Store shelves empty in the Carolina's as Hurricane Florence approaches
Supermarkets are one of the first places with visible elements of people preparing for the storm.
President's tweet extends support during hurricane prep.
Today in a tweet, President Donald Trump acknowledged the current weather situation evolving along the East Coast.
Coastal businesses prepare for worst ahead of Hurricane Florence
[gtxvideo vid='Gb52VZ1z' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/Gb52VZ1z.jpg' vtitle='Coastal businesses prepare for worst ahead of Hurrica'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) - As the threat of Hurricane Florence gets closer many coastal businesses and community members are preparing for the worst and planning to protect their homes…
DHEC advises checking reservoir dam levels ahead of storm
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control is advising owners and operators of reservoirs to check their dams.
Gamecocks Athletics release update on Hurricane Florence plan
University of South Carolina Athletics released a statement Monday night in regards to the monitoring of Hurricane Florence in prep of Saturday's contest against Marshall.
Gov. Henry McMaster orders mandatory evacuations; expect heavy traffic Tuesday at noon
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--Monday, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster ordered mandatory evacuations for parts of the South Carolina Coast, due to Hurricane Florence. The Governor says the coastal counties will evacuate Tuesday beginning…
Red Cross prepares for Hurricane Florence
The Red Cross is getting ready for the possible arrival of Hurricane Florence. Click here to find out how you can help.
Price gouging law in effect to prevent unreasonable prices during Hurricane Florence
State Attorney General Alan Wilson announced today that state's price-gouging law is in effect.
Politicians postpone campaigning until hurricane passes
Today both Governor Henry McMaster and Democratic Gubernatorial nominee James Smith announced they are suspending all campaign activities until the storm has passed.
S.C. National Guard deployed in response to Hurricane Florence
Adjutant General Robert Livingston announced this afternoon that there are currently 1,600 South Carolina National Guardsmen and women on active duty in response to Hurricane Florence.
