South Carolina kicks off 'Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week'

March through May is prime time for tornadoes in South Carolina, state leaders say

South Carolina officials are urging residents to prepare for severe weather as Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week highlights tornado and storm risks statewide.

SC Severe Weather & Flood Safety Week begins

GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) --Gov. Henry McMaster designated this week as South Carolina Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week to emphasize preparation for natural disasters. The initiative focuses on educating residents on how to stay safe from flash flooding and other severe weather events. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division, the National Weather Service and the [...]

South Carolina kicks off 'Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week'

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WCBD) – South Carolina’s emergency management leaders are encouraging residents to be prepared for any type of severe weather that could impact the state. Gov. Henry McMaster has proclaimed March 8-14 as “South Carolina Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week,” highlighting the types of hazardous weather South Carolina faces and the steps families [...]

SCEMD encourages preparedness during "Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week"

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — The South Carolina Emergency Management Division recognizes March 8th-March 14th as “Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week.” The annual event serves as a reminder to plan and prepare for dangerous conditions — including tornadoes. State Climatologist Hope Mizzell says severe weather and flooding can happen anytime of year, but when it comes to tornadoes in SC, 40% occur in March, April, and May. Now, she says, is the best ti…