Justin Ballard
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The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is approaching, and despite a recent lull in activity, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) still expects an above-average season.
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Hurricane season is underway across the Atlantic Basin, but quiet conditions are expected to remain in the coming days.
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Tropical Storm Colin formed along the South Carolina coast early Saturday and will bring rounds of rain and wind to the Grand Strand.
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It is the first day of astronomical summer, and temperatures are about to heat up across the Southeastern United States. The second heat wave over the course of two weeks is slated to arrive to most of South Carolina by Wednesday.
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This week is Lightning Safety Awareness Week, and the National Weather Service (NWS) wants to remind the public of the rare but real dangers of lightning strikes. South Carolina ranks 17 nationally in terms of lightning fatalities.
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An approaching cold front will usher in the risk for damaging winds Friday across the Midlands and Lowcountry.
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An approaching cold front could bring the risk of damaging winds and large hail to the Palmetto State through Friday.
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A few strong thunderstorms are possible as a cold front slides east into the Palmetto State Thursday.
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Strong storms could bring damaging winds and tornado threat to Palmetto State Tuesday evening.
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A powerful spring-time frontal system will bring the potential for damaging winds, large hail, and even a few tornadoes to South Carolina Wednesday.