Tropical Storm

A potential tropical storm eyes South Carolina

Tyler Ryan has the details on "Potential cyclone 8"

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Monday will bring some rather bumpy weather to many areas in the Palmetto State, as what is called “Potential Tropical Cyclone 8” bears down on the Grand Strand.  The storm, which will likely be upgraded to Tropical Storm strength, will make it’s way toward the northwest over the next 24 hours. The impacts on the Midlands…

Chief Meteorologist John Farley’s Forecast: Elsa’s impact on the Midlands

We are tracking the tropics

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Chief Meteorologist John Farley is tracking the tropics. Here is his latest forecast on the potential impact of Elsa on the Midlands. John says we can expect the storm to weaken by the time it gets to the Midlands and South Carolina, and this may  not be more than a rain event, on the current track. According to…

Tropical Storm Danny forms off SC Coast

MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Danny has formed off South Carolina’s coast, and forecasters say the storm is expected to dump several inches of rain on some parts of the Southeast once it heads inland. The fourth named storm of the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season formed Monday afternoon off South Carolina’s coast. It has top sustained winds of 40 mph…

The Midlands feel the effects of Tropical Storm Sally

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Thursday morning, severe rains pounded the Midlands. Downed trees took out power lines, leaving thousands without power. Maria Szatkowski provides you with updates on outdoor conditions in the Midlands. Categories: Local News Tags: midlands, Tropical Storm

SC Emergency Officials Monitoring ‘Hermine’

COLUMBIA, SC  (WOLO )–SC State Emergency Officials are monitoring the path of Hermine as the storm moves towards the Florida coast and inland. According to the Management Division, as a result of the storm’s projected movement up the east coast, key local and state agencies have been notified to be ready to respond if the need arises. Emergency officials say…