Wind Advisory Alert for Central South Carolina and East Central Georgia

News Summary

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Central South Carolina and East Central Georgia. Strong winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts potentially reaching up to 45 mph are expected on Monday, affecting several counties. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and drive cautiously, especially if in high-profile vehicles. The advisory will be in effect from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Wind Advisory Alert for Central South Carolina and East Central Georgia

Good day, everyone! If you’re in the central part of South Carolina or just a bit across the border into east central Georgia, it’s time to pay attention to the wind! The National Weather Service (NWS) in Columbia has rolled out an updated wind advisory that you definitely don’t want to miss. Buckle up, because the gusts are about to kick up a notch!

What to Expect

As of 10:15 p.m. on Sunday, the NWS has warned that strong winds are taking the stage! This advisory is going to be in effect on Monday from early morning at 6 a.m. until the sun sets at 7 p.m. So, make sure you’re ready for it. The affected areas include some familiar counties: Northwestern Orangeburg, Central Orangeburg, Newberry, Kershaw, Lexington, Richland, and Sumter. If you live in these areas, take note!

Wind Details

The forecast suggests that southwest winds will be blowing at speeds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts reaching up to a breath-stealing 40 mph! If that wasn’t enough to make you hold onto your hats, some gusts might even exceed 45 mph, particularly in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) and southern Midlands. For our friends in east central Georgia and central South Carolina, brace yourselves for those northwest gusts of about 35-40 mph, mainly in the afternoon. Sounds like some wild wind action is on the way!

Safety First!

Now, let’s talk about what these strong winds could mean for you. The NWS has put out a safety advisory stating that gusty winds can really whip around unsecured items in your yard or on your deck. So, if you have outdoor furniture, lawn decorations, or even bins sitting around, it’s a good idea to secure them before the winds start howling. There’s also a possibility of some downed tree limbs and even power outages, so make sure you’re prepared!

And for those who will be hitting the road, the winds could turn driving into more of a challenge, especially if you’re in a larger vehicle. High-profile vehicles may find it difficult to maintain their course in these windy conditions, so make sure to be extra cautious out there.

Previous Advisories

Just to give you a bit of context, NWS had previously issued a lake wind advisory at 7:09 p.m. on Friday. That one was set to last until midnight, warning of northwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. For anyone who loves heading out on the lakes, it was a reminder to be vigilant about boat safety. Not just that, but there was another advisory just given on Sunday morning for south winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph effective until 6 p.m. Dangerous conditions are certainly no fun for small craft on the lakes, that’s for sure!

Final Thoughts

So, as we gear up for a blustery Monday, keep an eye on the skies and stay safe! The advisory is set to expire at 7 p.m., so hopefully things will calm down after that. Remember to take any precautions necessary and enjoy your day, even if it’s a bit windy out there. Just keep that hair spray handy, and perhaps watch out for those swirling leaves!