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River levels rising in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Parts of the Midlands continue to experience river flooding in the aftermath of Helene. Meanwhile, local law enforcement advises people to stay away from the rivers in the Columbia area. “We don't want people to get in this water because it's very choppy and because it's...
South Carolina officials: 29 people dead, over 519 homes damaged by Tropical Storm Helene
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster said the tangled mess of utility wires and trees is making it difficult to get the power back on for everyone following Helene, but work is progressing. McMaster held a briefing Monday at the state's emergency operation center in West Columbia...
Columbia officials give update on power restoration, dispel rumors about water service
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Columbia officials said they're working through the problems caused by Tropical Storm Helene but want to reassure residents that they have their back. They also wanted to dispel some misinformation out there about water service that is spreading around. City leaders spoke Monday morning, some three...
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