News Summary
The Lowcountry of South Carolina faces a severe winter weather warning with Arctic air expected to bring freezing temperatures and up to 6 inches of snow. Residents are advised to take precautions as a cold weather advisory is in effect, and warming centers are being established to assist those in need. Schools and government offices are closing early to ensure safety. Despite the weather, the Special Primary Election will proceed as scheduled.
Frigid Weather and Winter Storms Hit Lowcountry, South Carolina
It’s that time of year, folks! The Lowcountry is getting ready for a blast of Arctic air that’s swooping in this week. Residents can expect some chilly temps, with highs lingering in the 30s and lows dipping down into the 20s. The cold is not just in the air but also in our bone—I mean, we might even see wind chills taking a nosedive into the single digits!
Weather Warnings in Effect
The National Weather Service in Charleston is sounding the alarm, so keep an eye on the weather! A cold weather advisory is in place until Wednesday afternoon. Weather experts are reminding everyone to bundle up because prolonged exposure of unprotected skin to those freezing temperatures could potentially lead to serious health issues like frostbite and hypothermia.
Warming Centers Ready to Help
If you don’t have adequate heat at home or you’re facing homelessness, there’s some good news! Several warming centers are opening their doors to offer shelter and support. For example, the Goose Creek United Methodist Church is welcoming folks from January 20 to January 22, between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. They’ve got you covered with overnight shelter and meals.
Over in Mount Pleasant, the Hibben Hospitality Shelter will be available on January 21 and 22, opening from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., where guests can grab a bite to eat, shower, and find a warm place to rest. Meanwhile, North Charleston’s Holy City Missions Winter Warming Shelter is dishing out meals, toiletries, and shelter every day from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
For those in the Summerville area, the Seacoast Church Warming Center will provide cots, warm meals, and showers Monday through Saturday from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. And if you find yourself in Walterboro, their Warming Center will be open from January 20 to January 26, from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m., ready to accommodate men, women, and families in need.
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Additional Resources
- Live 5 News
- Wikipedia: Winter Storm
- Count on 2
- Google Search: Winter Storm Charleston
- Charleston City Paper
- Google Scholar: Winter Weather
- Post and Courier
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Winter Weather
- ABC News 4
- Google News: South Carolina Winter Weather
