News Summary
Charleston, SC is currently under severe thunderstorm warnings and flood alerts due to heavy rainfall that broke historical records. Residents are advised to stay informed and prepare for possible extreme weather conditions, including wind gusts up to 50 mph. Flooding has rendered several roads impassable and more rains are expected in the upcoming days, raising further concerns for the community. Local authorities urge everyone to take precautions as flash flood warnings have been issued across the region.
Charleston, SC Experiences Severe Weather Alerts and Flooding Concerns
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Inland Jasper and surrounding areas until 10 p.m. Tuesday. Residents are advised to prepare for wind gusts of up to 50 mph, which may lead to downed tree limbs and airborne debris. The warning follows the detection of strong thunderstorms moving northeast at 20 mph, as tracked by Doppler radar.
As of 9:36 p.m., thunderstorms were located from five miles southwest of Egypt to near Rincon, affecting several locations, including Springfield, Rincon, Port Wentworth, Guyton, Newington, and Oliver. Residents of these areas and others are encouraged to monitor updates from NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards, television broadcasts, or local news for the latest information on the evolving weather situation.
Severe Flooding Recorded in Charleston
In addition to the thunderstorm warnings, Charleston has also faced significant challenges due to flooding. After torrential rain fell on Sunday, numerous roads became impassable. Charleston International Airport recorded a rainfall total of 1.99 inches since midnight, breaking a record of 1.93 inches set in 1952. Downtown Charleston reported even higher rainfall, with 2.06 inches since midnight, surpassing the previous record of 1.57 inches from 1899.
Additional flooding concerns extend beyond South Carolina. In Panama City, Florida, the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport reported 0.75 inches of rain in just eight minutes, translating to a rate of 5.63 inches per hour. The total rainfall for that area from 3 a.m. to 5 a.m. CT was reported at 2.26 inches. Due to the extreme weather, numerous flash flood warnings have been issued across Alabama, Florida, and South Carolina, raising concerns for local residents.
Extended Flood Threat
The NOAA Weather Prediction Center has classified millions of residents in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions under a Level 2 of 4 flood threat. This storm system is expected to continue delivering heavy rainfall to Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas into Monday, with forecasts suggesting totals could exceed 4 inches in some areas. The already saturated ground from previous rainfall further elevates the risk of flash flooding.
Looking ahead, severe weather conditions remain a possibility, including isolated storms and even tornadoes, particularly in South Carolina and North Carolina from Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. As a precaution, local authorities urge residents to take all severe weather warnings seriously and prepare accordingly.
Weather Outlook
Temperatures are projected to drop to the 50s overnight on Thursday, with highs returning to the 70s as the area approaches the Memorial Day weekend. As conditions continue to develop, residents should remain vigilant concerning changing weather patterns, especially in light of recent storms.
For the latest updates and safety information, residents are reminded to stay connected with local emergency services and weather outlets to ensure they are well-informed during this active weather period.
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Additional Resources
- Herald Online: Severe Weather Alerts
- Wikipedia: Severe Weather
- Fox Weather: Flash Flood Threat Southeast
- Google Search: Severe Weather Alerts Southeast
- WYFF4: Tornadoes and Severe Weather Possible
- Google Scholar: Severe Weather Impact
- Myrtle Beach Online: Weather News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Weather Forecast
- Live 5 News: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings
- Google News: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Lowcountry
