MIDLANDS

Feb 27 2025WEATHER

Midlands Weather: What's in Store This Week?

The Midlands is currently enjoying a warm spell. Temperatures are climbing into the high 70s. This warmth is due to a high-pressure system. This warm weather is expected to last through Thursday. The forecast for Thursday is partly cloudy with a 30% chance of rain in the late afternoon. Temperatures will drop slightly on Friday, with highs in the upper 60s. The weeke...

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Dec 28 2024WEATHER

Stormy Sunday Ahead in the Midlands

Hey there! It's going to be a bit dreary in the Midlands today, with temperatures hovering around 50 degrees under cloudy skies. Expect some light showers early in the day. As we head into the weekend, things will warm up, with temperatures reaching the middle to upper 60s on Saturday. Don't forget your umbrella though, as there might be some scattered showers. Now,...

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Storm's Aftermath: Power Cuts and Road Closures in South Carolina

When Hurricane Helene hit South Carolina, it brought strong winds and heavy rain that caused serious damage. The storm left many people without power, especially those living in the Midlands region. The outage map showed over 50,000 residents were affected by power cuts. In Richland County alone, more than 6,000 homes lost electricity, with most being Dominion Energy...

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

The Quiet Aftermath: Tornadoes After Hurricane Helene

When Hurricane Helene hit Florida, it was a Category 4 storm with winds up to 140 mph. But the real story unfolded later in South Carolina's Midlands region. Two tornadoes, an EF-1 and an EF-0, touched down, causing damage and disruption despite their relatively weak strength. The first twister hit Cordova, near Orangeburg, while the second struck Wedgefield and Shaw...

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