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Massive storm exposes growing threat looming over cities in the U.S. South: 'A constant existential fear'
"It's no longer a question of if these storms can happen; we've seen them happen now again and again and again." When Hurricane Debby (later downgraded to Tropical Storm Debby) hit the East Coast recently, it caused extensive damage and at least seven deaths. In Charleston, South Carolina, the storm revealed just how vulnerable the city is to extreme weather events, which are becoming more common and more intense, the Washington Post reported.
Mount Pleasant announces delays in bulk item collection
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCIV) — The City of Mount Pleasant announced Thursday via X minor delays in bulk item collection after Tropical Storm Debby caused "excessive vegetation." The City added that collection will resume on Friday, with the collection route scheduled for that day remaining unaffected.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to begin Breach Inlet project this weekend
ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. (WCBD) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District will soon begin a project on Breach Inlet that has been in the works for over a year. “Between us and Sullivan’s and the Army Corps of Engineers, have been working, it’s really been probably about a year and a half […]
Auburn football transfer departee enjoying himself more now than when he was at AU or Oregon
Robby Ashford appears to be enjoying himself more now at South Carolina than when he was at Oregon or the Auburn football program -- revealing that he has finally found what he's looking for in Columbia. Ashford implied that former teammates of his were "in it for themselves." "It's been...
Hampton, Bluffton public officials indicted by Public Integrity Unit
OAKTIE, S.C. (WSAV) – Four public officials, two from Hampton and two from Bluffton, have been indicted following investigations by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). The State of South Carolina Fourteenth Judicial Circuit announced the indictments. The Hampton defendants are former Administrator Rose Dobson-Elliott and former Hampton County Deputy Sheriff Justin Edwards. Dobson-Elliott […]
Friday & the weekend: Mostly quiet, not as sweltering
Friday and the weekend look mostly quiet as high pressure remains the main weather player for a few more days. We should start Friday in the mid-to-upper 60s in much of the metro (with low 70s on the coast); temperatures head to the low 90s in the afternoon under mostly sunny skies. With dewpoints in the mid-60s, the heat index could actually run slightly cooler than the air temperature (yes, this can happen!). So, while it’ll still be on the hot side, it won’t be quite as bad as it has been.
Berkeley County grapples with storm aftermath, local residents frustrated with aid delays
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — An Arby's in Moncks Corner was struck by a tornado during Tropical Storm Debby. Though the cleanup process continues, it has its challenges. For many who don't have a big business on their side, the cleanup process can be a bit more frustrating. "More...
A look inside the Berkeley County factory where the Polestar 3 SUV is being produced
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) – Volvo’s manufacturing facility in Berkeley County is building a third line of vehicles – this time it’s the Polestar 3 SUV. “It is a major moment for us because it’s the first time a Polestar is being manufactured and produced in the U.S.,” said Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar. Ingenlath […]
Rabies confirmed in bat, raccoon, and skunk across three South Carolina counties
LOWCOUNTRY, S.C. (WCIV) — The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed that a bat, a racoon and a skunk – all from different counties – have tested positive for rabies. The bat, found near Huntington Drive and Cecillia Drive in Charleston, exposed four people and...
Upstate child care providers work to meet growing demand
Child care slots are in short supply in the Upstate, leaving many families stuck on waiting lists for months on end and local providers exploring ways to meet the growing demand. For Especially Children Child Development Center, it meant opening a second location in Greenville. The child care provider opened...
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