Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for Southeastern Orangeburg

News Summary

Residents of Southeastern Orangeburg, along with areas in Clarendon and Sumter counties, are on high alert due to severe thunderstorm warnings issued by the National Weather Service. Wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph, with warnings affecting multiple towns and major routes. Residents are advised to seek shelter and prepare for potential power outages and hazardous conditions. Emergency management officials emphasize the need for preparedness and caution as storms approach.

Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Across Southeastern Orangeburg, Clarendon, and Sumter Counties

Residents in Southeastern Orangeburg, as well as surrounding areas in Clarendon and Sumter counties, have been put on high alert as severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued. This announcement came from the National Weather Service (NWS) on Tuesday at around 6:31 p.m., putting everyone on their toes until 7:15 p.m. this evening.

The storm front is no joke, with predictions showing wind gusts reaching up to 50 mph. That’s enough to make anyone’s hair stand on end! Doppler radar pinpointed strong thunderstorms barreling in from the west at approximately 15 mph, situated about 8 miles west of Hebron and moving toward Cross.

Many towns will experience the brunt of these storms, including Manning, Summerton, Alcolu, Santee State Park, and various others. Even major routes like Interstate 95—between mile markers 95 to 133—are included in the warning. So, if you had plans for a drive, it might be wise to rethink that!

Brace for Impact!

With the storms coming in hot, you can expect gusty winds playing havoc with tree limbs and potentially blowing around anything that’s not secured. Some of the specific locations to keep an eye on include:

• Manning
• Summerton
• Alcolu
• Santee State Park
• Santee Cooper Regional Airport
• Santee
• Eutawville
• Paxville
• Vance
• St. Paul
• Rocks Pond Campground
• Marina
• Foreston
• Eautaw Springs
• Indian Bluff Recreation Park
• Gable
• Davis Station
• Blounts Landing
• Mill Creek Marina and Campground

Residents of these areas are encouraged to seek shelter inside a building if they’re outdoors. With thunderstorms comes the risk of frequent cloud-to-ground lightning, which can strike far away from where the storm is actually located. In fact, it can travel up to 10 miles away from the storm center!

Current Warnings and Safety Measures

After the first alert, the NWS issued a subsequent severe thunderstorm warning the following day, Wednesday at 3:21 p.m., effective until 3:45 p.m. for the same regions—Clarendon and Orangeburg counties. This second warning heightens the stakes, with forecasted wind gusts peaking at 60 mph and the possibility of quarter-sized hail, measuring around 1 inch. Did someone say damage control?

Areas affected by the second warning also include Vance, St. Paul, and bits of Interstate 95, particularly between mile markers 100 and 106. If you find yourself near Lake Marion, it’s a good idea to move away from the water and seek reliable shelter.

Getting Prepared

Emergency management officials in Orangeburg County are speaking loudly about the importance of preparing for potential power outages caused by fallen trees and downed power lines. Residents have already begun taking proactive steps by stocking up on essential supplies and planning to stay indoors to avoid the storm.

Also noteworthy is the statewide burn ban currently in effect due to the combination of low humidity and high winds, meaning outdoor burning is off-limits.

For those wondering about local services, Orangeburg County offices will open at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, but be advised that all convenience sites will be closed as a precaution.

Throughout this week, power outages have already been reported in several counties, making this storm one that inspires caution. Stay safe, everyone!

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Additional Resources

• Live 5 News
• Wikipedia: Severe thunderstorm warning
• The State
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Thunderstorm
• WLTX
• Google News: Severe thunderstorm Orangeburg
• Live 5 News
• Google Search: Thunderstorm warnings weather news
• The State
• Google Scholar: Severe thunderstorm

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