South Carolina Weather: Severe Storms and Heat Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for multiple counties in South Carolina, including Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester, effective through midnight. The primary concern is strong winds, with the possibility of microbursts and straight-line winds. Isolated hail is also possible. The storms are expected to pop up across western North Carolina in the early afternoon and spread into northeast Georgia and the Upstate as the day progresses.

Simultaneously, a heat advisory remains in effect for all Lowcountry counties until 8 p.m., with heat index values potentially reaching 105 to 110 degrees. Residents are advised to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Thursday will bring a return to a more typical summertime weather pattern, with temperatures in the low 90s and isolated afternoon thunderstorms.

The entire region is at risk, but storms are most likely to affect areas just inland from the coast.

Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and wear lightweight clothing.

The threat of severe storms is expected to diminish by Thursday, with a return to typical summertime weather patterns.

– Stay informed about weather updates and alerts.

– Take precautions against heat-related illnesses by staying hydrated and limiting outdoor exposure.

– Secure outdoor objects that could be affected by strong winds.

– Be prepared for potential power outages due to downed trees.

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