A coast-to-coast winter storm left a trail of destruction across the Southeast Wednesday evening and is headed toward South Carolina. At least 49 tornadoes were reported across Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, Alabama and Florida as strong winds left tens of thousands without power. The massive storm is part of a system that brought blizzard-like conditions to northern parts of the central United States.
The Carolinas and Georgia are expected to be hit by the storm Thursday. Coastal cities like Savannah, Jacksonville and Charleston could see damaging winds, large hail and isolated tornadoes, according to CNN meteorologist Robert Shackelford.
Stay tuned to local weather news updates for watches and warnings.
In other headlines:
Spirit Airlines joins Charleston market. Spirit Airlines announced it will launch nonstop flights to Fort Lauderdale, Newark and Philadelphia from Charleston starting April 5.
New Berkeley superintendent plans to bridge gaps between district and community. Berkeley County Superintendent Anthony Dixon said his focus is on uniting the community so children have the opportunity to learn and a space to grow. Meanwhile, the former Berkeley County superintendent has filed a lawsuit against the district for conspiracy to fire him.
Summerville celebrates 175 years. This story offers a look back into the town’s 175-year history from a small, quiet place to a booming city.
New hotel could be coming to downtown Charleston. A new hotel slated to open on Spring Street in downtown Charleston has been put on hold due to concerned organizations that say the 152-room hotel may diminish the historic area.
Nevada-based battery recycler coming to S.C. Battery recycler Redwood Materials has officially announced a $3.5 billion factory that will add 1,500 new jobs to Berkeley County. The factory is expected to have the same economic impact as a small town. The investment closes out a record year in South Carolina’s economic deals totaling $10.1 billion.
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