Charleston, South Carolina, and surrounding areas experienced a morning of tense weather conditions as severe storms swept through the region. A tornado warning, initially issued for Charleston, Colleton, and Beaufort Counties, was lifted by the National Weather Service just after 10:00 AM.
The bulk of the severe weather impacting the Tri-County area (Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester Counties) has now moved out, according to the National Weather Service. However, isolated severe thunderstorms remain a possibility throughout the day.
What to Expect Now
While the immediate threat of tornadoes has subsided, residents should remain vigilant. The primary concern now shifts to potentially damaging winds associated with isolated thunderstorms. Gusty winds could pose a risk to roofs, siding, and trees.
Potential Hazards
- Damaged roofs and siding
- Fallen trees and limbs
- Power outages due to downed power lines
- Hail damage to outdoor objects
A severe thunderstorm warning previously in effect for Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, and Colleton Counties expired at 10:45 AM, and a prior warning for Beaufort County ended at 10:15 AM. Despite the expiration of these warnings, storms lingered in the area, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring.
Earlier in the morning, Doppler radar tracked a line of strong storms moving northeast at 45 mph, extending from 6 miles south of Cross to over Kiawah Island. These storms have since moved out of the immediate vicinity.
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