Weather: South Carolina
Forecast for Columbia
Active alerts (2)
Rip Current Statement · Moderate
Rip Current Statement issued October 28 at 7:33PM EDT until October 29 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...South Carolina Beaches, and Georgia Beaches.
* WHEN...Through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
What to do: Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Coastal Flood Advisory · Minor
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 28 at 10:14PM EDT until October 29 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Coastal Horry and Coastal Georgetown Counties.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to noon EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Vulnerable causeways to and from local beaches will experience minor coastal flooding. Low-lying roads and locations along the Intracoastal Waterway and adjacent tidal creeks will observe minor coastal flooding. Check with local officials for the latest information regarding coastal flood impacts and closures.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Affected areas listed are based on average tide conditions. Additional locations may experience flooding during periods of heavy rainfall, high winds, or other factors.
What to do: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.