South Carolina Braces for a Big Arctic Chill

Get ready, South Carolina! A blast of icy air from the Arctic is headed your way. This means temperatures are going to plummet, possibly down to the low 20s or even upper teens. It's not just uncomfortable, but also risky for people, pipes, and plants. This cold snap is expected to hit the Midlands hard, with overnight lows likely to dip as low as 22°F. Some spots might even get colder than that. The cold spell is set to last, bringing dry and freezing conditions that will persist into Wednesday morning and beyond. From 7 p. m. to 8 a. m. , the region will feel the full force of this cold wave. By morning, temperatures will hover between the mid to upper 20s. Even with sunny skies, don't count on much warmth. Highs on Wednesday will only reach the mid-40s, making it feel chilly all day.A strong Canadian Arctic high-pressure system is pushing this cold air deep into the central plains, so the chill is here to stay for a while. Wednesday night and Thursday morning will see a slight improvement, with lows around 39 degrees. Thursday will be warmer but windy, with highs reaching 61 degrees. Brace yourselves, though, because another dip is expected by the weekend. Friday morning could see lows of 25°F, with Saturday morning dropping even lower, to 23°F. It's crucial to take precautions during this cold spell. Make sure to protect yourself, your family, and your property.