Columbia, South Carolina – Showers developing across the Midlands Sunday afternoon are increasing the near-term thunderstorm risk east of Columbia.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, scattered showers have begun forming across portions of central South Carolina as moisture spreads across the region during the afternoon hours.
Forecasters say the greatest chance for thunderstorm development is expected across the Eastern Midlands, including communities closer to the Pee Dee region. Cities such as Sumter, Manning, Camden, and areas toward Cheraw may see the most favorable conditions for storm development as activity shifts eastward.
Radar imagery shared by the weather service shows a broad area of rain moving across the western Midlands while more isolated storm cells begin forming farther east. Meteorologists said coverage of showers is expected to increase through the afternoon as the system progresses.
Despite the developing activity, the overall severe weather threat remains low across the forecast area, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters are continuing to monitor the situation for any localized thunderstorm development.
Residents across central and eastern South Carolina may still experience periods of rain, lightning, and brief downpours as showers move through the region.
Drivers traveling through the Midlands this afternoon could encounter brief reductions in visibility and wet road conditions during passing showers.
Weather officials encourage residents to monitor updated forecasts and remain aware of changing conditions as storms move through the area.
This update is especially relevant for students, young workers, and commuters traveling during the afternoon hours as scattered rain spreads across the region.
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