The Globe is Warming - Most of the Heat Going into the Oceans
The planet is warming. But what you may not know is that the vast majority of the additional heat is accumulating in the oceans. A full 93% of the heating of the planet is in the oceans.
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Fall Starts Today
Today is the first day of fall. It's one of the two times a year when the sun shines directly over the equator. The other time is on the first day of spring, which generally happens on March 21.
A look back at Hurricane Hugo, which hit 30 years ago this week
It's considered the worst hurricane to hit South Carolina in modern history, and it happened 30 years ago this week. Even the Midlands were impacted by Hurricane Hugo.
Next Tropical Storm
The next tropical storm is expected to develop over the next few days. At this point it's not expected to become very strong as it makes its way toward the Florida coast. Where it goes after that is a bit…
Yes, it's unseasonably hot
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Welcome in to the News at Five. Here's a look at the forecast with Chief Meteorologist John Farley discussing the unseasonably warm temperatures and the humidity in September.…
Hawaii's Streak of Record Highs Reaches 17 Days in a Row
Hawaii is baking. Yes it's unusually hot and the record heat has lasted for 17 days. That is, Lihue Hawaii has tied or broken its high temperature record for 17 consecutive days. Reliable records go back to 1905. Here's a…
Politicians Overriding Meteorologist is a Very Bad Idea
Reports from several news agencies state that the Commerce Secretary, Wilbur Ross, threatened to fire some top brass at NOAA if they didn't fall in line with what President Trump tweeted about Hurricane Dorian threatening Alabama. Apparently there is an…
Hurricane Dorian is Pulling Away
Hurricane Dorian is pulling away from the Midlands. The now category 2 storm is moving to the northeast around 10 mph and Dorian will continue to pick up speed over the next day. That means the sunshine returns for Friday…
Hurricane Dorian Update
Dorian will parallel the South Carolina Coast on Thursday with significant flooding near the beaches from both rain and sea water pushing ashore. There will also be very strong winds with gusts to more than 70 mph near the coast…
Hurricane Dorian Current Path
Storm will impact us on Thursday. The worst of it will be east of Columbia: rain up to 5 inches and gusts to 50 mph in places like Sumter, Manning, Orangeburg.
Chief Meteorologist John Farley updates Dorian's potential impact on Midlands
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Chief Meteorologist John Farley is continuing to track the path of Hurricane Dorian. John is following the storm and its potential impact on the Midlands. …
Chief Meteorologist John Farley's latest thoughts on Dorian
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- Chief Meteorologist John Farley is continuing to track the path of Hurricane Dorian. John is looking at the potential impact of the…
Cat 5 Hurricane Dorian now strongest in modern records for NW Bahamas
COLUMBIA, SC ( WOLO) -- Hurricane Dorian is now a category 5 storm with 160 mph sustained winds, according to the national Hurricane center. Hurricane Dorian has become the "strongest hurricane in modern records" for the northwestern Bahamas, according to…
Dorian's Path and Preparations
MIAMI (AP) - President Donald Trump has declared an emergency in the state of Florida as it braces for the brunt of Hurricane Dorian. In issuing the emergency declaration, Trump has ordered federal…
SC Governor declares State of emergency ahead of Dorian
COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)-- South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Dorian. According to the Governor's office, Governor Henry McMaster today issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency and urges South Carolinians to prepare…
Hurricane Dorian Update
Hurricane Dorian continues to strengthen. As of 5pm on Friday evening, it's a category 3 storm. It's expected to continue to intensify as it heads toward the Florida coast. The best estimate right now for the Midlands is that we'll…
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Chief Meteorologist John Farley's Weather Blog
Weather updates and information from ABC Columbia's John Farley.
