CSRA under high wind warning, flash flood watch; Aiken & N.A. city offices open Monday, County offices closed
On Tuesday, the district will operate on a two-hour delayed schedule "for improved visibility to help ensure safe transportation for all students and employees," the statement says.
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The pressure gradient between high pressure to the north and Irma tracking west to the west will cause the windy conditions, according to the
Winds will be increasing overnight to 15 to 25 miles per hour, with gusts up to around 40 miles per hour. During the day Monday and Monday night, tropical storm force levels are likely at times. The sustained wind speed will reach 30 to 40 miles per hour, and there will be gusts up to 60 miles per hour.
The blustery conditions could down tree limbs and weak trees overnight. Monday and Monday night, there is the possibility that winds will damage homes and other structures and also knock down numerous trees and power lines.
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"There is going to be a lot of rain and lot of wind, and you need to get ready for it," he said. "It is a dangerous situation. You can get hurt. It is not something to be taken lightly."
McMaster also said that he talked to President
McMaster also indicated that there was plenty of gas available in
"We are not running out of fuel," he said.
Also during the press conference, government officials reported traffic, in general, was flowing well across the state and most levels were at pre-storm levels, if not lower. However, they said, traffic on
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Strong winds are possible late Sunday night and all day Monday and Monday night. The speeds will be 30-40 miles per hour, with gusts up to 60 miles per hour. A flash flood watch in effect. Secure all outdoor items.
Seven churches will open at
The following churches are operating shelters:
--Full Gospel Redemption Center (803-593-2425), 365 Piney Heights RD,
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Please dial 911 for all emergencies. For non-emergency situations, please call Help Line 211 for information regarding shelters and pets.
During power outages, use battery operated light sources and no candles or open flames.
When using generators for power, have them at a safe distance from your home and do not run them inside your home.
Do not call 9-1-1 for power outages, contact your utility provider:
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--SCE&G 888-333-4465
At 11: 50 a.m. Sunday
The
There won't be any
"Due to projected high winds, there will be no garbage and recycling pickup Monday and the service will operate on a holiday schedule," according to the City's website. "That means service will be one day later than normal this week. Please do not leave roll carts at the curb during the high wind event."
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A flash flood watch that includes
The watch will begin at
The forecast is calling for 3 to 7 inches of rain that will be moving into the area Sunday night.
In addition, there is a high wind watch in the same counties for the same period that was issued Saturday.
Winds during the day and evening Sunday are predicted to be 15 to 25 miles per hour, and there could be gusts as high as 35 miles per hour.
During the day Monday through early Tuesday morning, winds are predicted to be 30 to 40 miles per hour, with gusts up to 60 miles per hour.
There is a lake wind advisory in effect in
Check back with Aiken Standard for updates.
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