Columbia, SC – A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect across several counties in South Carolina through midnight tonight, as the National Weather Service warns of the potential for strong storms.
According to the NWS Storm Prediction Center, the watch includes areas from the Upstate to the Midlands, with threats of damaging winds and hail. Counties such as Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, and York are all within the watch zone.
The watch is in effect until 12:00 AM EDT and covers regions including Abbeville, Cherokee, Chester, and Newberry, among others. Residents are urged to stay alert for rapidly changing weather conditions. The primary threats include gusty winds up to 60 mph and the possibility of large hail.
Travelers on highways such as Interstate 85 and Interstate 20 should be cautious, as winds may cause debris or tree limbs to fall. The NWS advises keeping informed through local weather updates and preparing for possible disruptions, such as power outages or hail damage.
Stay indoors when possible, and if you must travel, drive cautiously and keep an eye on changing weather conditions. Additional updates and warnings could be issued as the evening progresses.
