Irma

John Farley Irma Update: Winds Have Died Down

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Irma and the impact to South Carolina. Good news, the winds have died down and the rain should begin to let up as we move into the early AM Hours and the morning commute. Here is his latest update. Watch. Categories: Local News, Todays Forecast Tags: Irma

Irma Damage: Uprooted Trees, Cars Smashed, Power Lines Down

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Downed Trees, downed power lines, smashed cars, just some of the scenes Monday afternoon in the Midlands from Irma’s impact. ABC Columbia Crews were also on scene of a downed tree near Kirby Street and a tree that went through a building near Henderson street. According to Columbia City officials, if you notice a downed tree, limbs or…

School Closings Due to Irma: UPDATED

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Here is a list of school closures. Continue to check back for updates. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Bamberg School District Two will remain closed Tuesday, September 12.  Lexington County School District One will be on a two-hour delay  Tuesday, September 12,   Lexington School District Two is delaying the opening of school for two hours for Tuesday, September 12, 2017…

Governor Henry McMaster gives update on Irma

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Hurricane Irma Track- Chief Meteorologist John Farley Forecast

  COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking Hurricane Irma and the potential impact to South Carolina. Here is his latest update. Watch. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has ordered the evacuation of Barrier Islands in Colleton, Beaufort & Jasper counties starting at 10 a.m. Saturday. McMaster says there are No other evacuations ordered. Officials say they expect the…

South Carolina Emergency Division Activates Public Information Phoneline for Irma

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Residents in South Carolina who have questions about Hurricane Irma can now call the state’s toll-free hotline. Operators with the Public Information Phone System (PIPS) are available 24 hours a day for as long as is needed. If you have questions about Hurricane Irma, such as about the state’s response or safety precautions you should take, call…