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Hurricane Watch - Columbia SC AL062018

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**Florence has weakened and Tropical Storm Warnings have been Cancelled**

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WTUS82 KCAE 152110
HLSCAE
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Tropical Storm Florence Local Statement Advisory Number 66
National Weather Service Columbia SC AL062018
510 PM EDT Sat Sep 15 2018

This product covers the Midlands of central South Carolina and east central Georgia CSRA

Florence has weakened and Tropical Storm Warnings have been Cancelled

NEW INFORMATION

SITUATION OVERVIEW

Tropical Storm Florence will continue to weaken as it moves slowly
west-northwest across the Midlands tonight into Sunday. Wind gusts
will likely remain below Tropical Storm force as Florence moves
inland. Therefore, the Tropical Storm Warning has been discontinued
for the region. The latest information indicates that the greatest
impacts across the forecast area will be the potential for heavy rain
overnight into Sunday across the northern Midlands, Pee Dee, and
Catawba regions. In those regions, rainfall totals of 5 to 10 inches
may occur with locally higher amounts near the North Carolina/South
Carolina border. Totals of 3 to 5 inches may still occur near Columbia
with lighter amounts to the south. The main life- threatening risk is
heavy rain and associated flooding. Flash Flood Watches remain in
effect for northern portion of central South Carolina with the
potential for dangerous flash flooding in the Pee Dee region. Winds
will continue to diminish through Sunday, however there will be a risk
of isolated tornadoes late tonight and Sunday mainly across the north
Midlands and Pee Dee. Major river flooding on some of the area river
is possible by early next week.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS

Additional impacts from flooding rain are still a concern across
the central Midlands. Remain well guarded against life-threatening
flood waters having further impacts of limited to extensive potential.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

Be alert for any lingering wind gusts which could take down weakened
trees and/or power lines, collapse damaged structures, or cause
flying debris.

Be alert for potential flooding from rising rivers and streams which
may have yet to crest. Remain informed of the latest river forecasts
and heed any flood watches and warnings.

NEXT UPDATE

As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement
issued by the National Weather Service in Columbia SC regarding the
effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area.


174 
      WTUS82 KCAE 152110
      HLSCAE
      GAZ040-063>065-077-SCZ015-016-018-020>022-025>031-035>038-041-160515-
      
      Tropical Storm Florence Local Statement Advisory Number 66
      National Weather Service Columbia SC  AL062018
      510 PM EDT Sat Sep 15 2018
      
      This product covers the Midlands of central South Carolina and east central Georgia CSRA
      
      **Florence has weakened and Tropical Storm Warnings have been Cancelled** 
      
      
      NEW INFORMATION
      ---------------
      
      * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
          - All watches and warnings have been canceled
      
      * CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
          - None
      
      * STORM INFORMATION:
          - About 40 miles southeast of Sumter SC
          - 33.6N 79.9W
          - Storm Intensity 45 mph
          - Movement West or 270 degrees at 2 mph
      
      SITUATION OVERVIEW
      ------------------
      
      Tropical Storm Florence will continue to weaken as it moves slowly
      west-northwest across the Midlands tonight into Sunday. Wind gusts
      will likely remain below Tropical Storm force as Florence moves
      inland. Therefore, the Tropical Storm Warning has been discontinued
      for the region. The latest information indicates that the greatest
      impacts across the forecast area will be the potential for heavy rain
      overnight into Sunday across the northern Midlands, Pee Dee, and
      Catawba regions. In those regions, rainfall totals of 5 to 10 inches
      may occur with locally higher amounts near the North Carolina/South
      Carolina border. Totals of 3 to 5 inches may still occur near Columbia
      with lighter amounts to the south. The main life- threatening risk is
      heavy rain and associated flooding. Flash Flood Watches remain in
      effect for northern portion of central South Carolina with the
      potential for dangerous flash flooding in the Pee Dee region. Winds
      will continue to diminish through Sunday, however there will be a risk
      of isolated tornadoes late tonight and Sunday mainly across the north
      Midlands and Pee Dee. Major river flooding on some of the area river
      is possible by early next week. 
      
      POTENTIAL IMPACTS
      -----------------
      
      * FLOODING RAIN:
      Additional impacts from flooding rain are still a concern across the 
      northern Midlands and Pee Dee. Remain well guarded against 
      life-threatening flood waters having further impacts of devastating 
      potential.
      
      Additional impacts from flooding rain are still a concern across 
      the central Midlands. Remain well guarded against life-threatening
      flood waters having further impacts of limited to extensive potential.
      
      PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
      ----------------------------------
      
      * EVACUATIONS:
      RECOVERY PHASE - Do not enter evacuated areas until officials have 
      given the all clear to return.
      
      * OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
      When clearing out fallen trees, be careful with chainsaws and axes. 
      Always wear protective gear and keep others at a safe distance. 
      Leaning trees and those which have fallen on roofs or power lines can 
      be especially dangerous. If you are not in good health or unsure 
      about what you are doing, have someone with tree cutting experience 
      do the job. Never cut trees without a partner.
      
      Be alert for any lingering wind gusts which could take down weakened 
      trees and/or power lines, collapse damaged structures, or cause 
      flying debris.
      
      Be alert for potential flooding from rising rivers and streams which 
      may have yet to crest. Remain informed of the latest river forecasts 
      and heed any flood watches and warnings.
      
      * ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
      - For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
      - For information from the state of South Carolina see scemd.org
      - For information from the state of Georgia see gema.ga.gov
      
      NEXT UPDATE
      -----------
      
      As it pertains to this event...this will be the last local statement 
      issued by the National Weather Service in Columbia SC regarding the 
      effects of tropical cyclone hazards upon the area.
      
      $$
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