Irene Sans
Meteorologist-
It's September, usually a busy month for tropical systems. The African monsoon is the factory of tropical waves, and the Atlantic Basin is all fair game! -
Astronomical high tides will produce coastal flooding, which could be exacerbated in some spots due to the increased winds this week. Road closures are likely. -
We are monitoring a tropical disturbance that could develop late this week. Gabrielle is the next day on the list. -
Active weather returns to the Palmetto State, mainly along the coast, as we navigate into late weekend and through early next week. -
Cold fronts usually become more frequent and stronger in spring, winter, and fall. Some are weaker than others, but the strongest ones can often cause extreme weather conditions. -
Fernand is the 6th named system of the season and it will not be a threat to land, likely staying as a tropical storm during its lifetime. -
Flash flood risk continues this weekend for parts of South Carolina, with a cooler and drier outlookHeavy periods of rain and thunderstorms will continue through much of the weekend, especially across the Midlands, Lowcountry, and Pee Dee. Up to 6 inches of additional rain for some locations is possible.
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There are three areas that we monitor. Fortunately, none threaten the state. -
Offshore waves could reach over 35 feet, while large breaking waves up to 12 feet near shore are possible, and the risk for rip currents continues. -
Erin is setting records as it became the third hurricane to have the most significant pressure drop in history. Maximum sustained winds increased 85 mph in just 24 hours!
