Severe weather, with potential for damaging winds and tornadoes, heads to SC
The Midlands aren’t drying out any time soon.
Along with temperatures staying in the high 80s and low 90s, according to The Weather Channel, South Carolina will likely see heavy rains in the next 24 hours, with the potential more severe conditions in the forecast.
Showers and storms are expected Thursday afternoon, with heavy rain moving in after midnight through Friday morning, according to the National Weather Service of Columbia. Officials advised that localized flooding and strong wind gusts could lead to fallen tree and road closures.
The National Weather Service also warned that isolated tornadoes may be possible.
The gloomy weather can be attributed to remnants of former Tropical Storm Arthur. The storm, which was formed along the Gulf Coast and was expected to move across the southeast before being downgraded, will still bring high weather risks through the weekend.
“The main threat from Arthur is going to be a prolonged, multiday, heavy rainfall event that could produce dangerous to life-threatening flash flooding,” National Hurricane Center director Michael Brennan told reporters.
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division encouraged residents to stay prepared. The agency recommended following the following checklist in the event of severe weather.
- Charge your phone and enable emergency alerts
- Turn off “Do Not Disturb”
- Test your weather radio
- Review your safety plan
- Keep a flashlight, shoes and extra clothes nearby
Forecasts predict rain through Friday morning, but showers may also return next week.
This story was originally published June 18, 2026 at 1:37 PM.
