Columbia Weather Update: Showers Expected with Street Reopenings After Recent Rains

Columbia Experiences Showers and Street Reopenings

Good morning, Columbia! As we wake up to a mostly cloudy sky, it’s a familiar scene for many of us in the fall season. The weather predictions are calling for **periods of showers this afternoon**, with a high temperature of around **84 degrees Fahrenheit**. While the chance of rain sits at 40%, it’s always a good idea to keep your umbrella on hand, just in case!

Weather Update

The current forecast indicates light southwesterly winds at speeds of **5 to 10 mph**, which means it won’t be too breezy outside. Tonight, the clouds are expected to linger but we might catch a break with just a few clouds in the sky. The lows are predicted to drop to around **67 degrees** with winds becoming light and variable. Sounds like a nice cozy evening ahead!

City News: Street Reopenings

Whaley Street and Main Street, which were closed due to the significant rains experienced over the past few days. If you’re heading out, you’ll find that the segment of Whaley Street between Assembly Street and Sumter Street, along with the portion of Main Street between Catawba Street and Whaley Street, is now accessible!

Stay Safe, Columbia!

While this is great news, it’s worth noting that the City is **continuing to monitor roadways**. If you come across trees down in the public right of way or blocking any roadways, please reach out to Customer Care at (803) 545-3300. They are on hand to help make our roads safe and traversable!

Flood-Prone Areas to Watch

It’s important to remember that some streets and intersections in Columbia are prone to flooding during heavy rain events. If rain is in the forecast, it’s best to avoid the following areas:

• Main and Whaley
• Gervais and Laurens
• Blossom and Henderson
• Blossom and Saluda
• Harden and Santee
• Monroe and Maple
• Wheat and Amherst
• Adger and Devine
• Wheat and Sumter
• Wheat and Pickens
• Heyward and Ravanel
• Pickens between Wheat and Green
• Barnwell and Pendleton
• Harden and Read
• Harden and Calhoun
• Franklin and Marion
• Franklin and Sumter
• Columbia College and N. Main
• Bull and Laurel

Keeping these areas in mind can help you plan your travels and avoid any unnecessary delays. After all, staying safe is what we all want!

Community Connection

We love hearing from our community, and the City encourages everyone to stay engaged. Whether it’s a windfall that catches your eye, or an eyewitness account you’d like to share, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Each voice adds to the rich tapestry of our city’s story!

As we embrace today’s weather, let’s take a moment to enjoy the beauty of Columbia, come rain or shine. Grab a cup of coffee or tea, and let’s enjoy this delightful fall season together!