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South Carolina, Hurricane Helene

USA TODAY on MSN · 3h

Hurricane Helene in South Carolina: See tracker, projected path, forecast info

Follow along here for the latest Helene updates on Friday. South Carolina is bracing for the impact of Hurricane Helene, which is set to make landfall in the Florida Panhandle Thursday night as a major hurricane,

South Carolina schools shift to e-learning as Hurricane Helene approaches with severe threats

Midlands schools close and shift to e-learning as Hurricane Helene brings severe weather, impacting families and plans for the end of the week.

Earthquake hits South Carolina as Hurricane Helene continues to churn its way north

Tuesday’s earthquake was confirmed at 11:52 p.m. in the area between Catawba, South Carolina, and Jaars, North Carolina, the South Carolina Emergency Management Division said. It happened about 4.5 miles beneath the surface, the USGS said.

Branches down, power out

Live updates: Branches down, power out as Hurricane Helene rips through Columbia & SC

Closed roads due to flooding and debris are “widespread” throughout Richland County, county spokesperson Susan O’Cain said Friday morning. Emergency management services across the county are asking residents to stay off of the roads and avoid traveling unless absolutely necessary.

Branches down, power out as Hurricane Helene roars through Columbia and SC

A massive oak tree had fallen and blocked Greene Street on the University of South Carolina campus between Pickens and Laurens streets. The tree was uprooted and lay across multiple cars parked on the two-laned road that is known for its avenue of trees. Students stood near the tree, discussing the mess just after 8 a.m.

The State · 4h

Branches down, power out as Hurricane Helene rages through Columbia and SC

Hurricane Helene punched the Columbia area and South Carolina with high winds and heavy rain during the early morning hours Friday, leaving a mess of flooded streets, downed branches and tens of thousands of homes in the capital city without power.

South Carolina gets green light to request access to $551 million for broadband expansion

South Carolina, among three other states, had its initial proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program ...

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Weather improves as Helene moves away from South Carolina

The Columbia airport reported a wind gust of 67 mph. Power outages and downed trees are widespread.

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South Carolina ramps up emergency level to OPCON 2 ahead on Helene making landfall

The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) has elevated the state's readiness and response to Operating ...

SC Governor declares State of Emergency for South Carolina

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has issued a State of Emergency in the state in preparation for the potential effects ...

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How does South Carolina's boom times impact the state's water? State wants to find out.

Gov. Henry McMaster has formed group to develop state water plan that balances the demands of South Carolina's economic ...

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Helene set to make landfall late today, impact South Carolina tonight

Hurricane Helene is forecast to rapidly intensify this morning and afternoon before making landfall this evening over the ...

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Tornado watch continues in South Carolina after earlier confirmed sighting

A tornado watch remains in effect for South Carolina, with warnings having expired after a National Weather Service-confirmed ...

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Checking in with former South Carolina special teams coordinator Pete Lembo

Former South Carolina special teams coordinator Pete Lembo was one of the most well-liked assistant coaches during his time ...

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