Emergency Updates SC

Elgin, South Carolina Shaken by 2.3 Magnitude EarthquakeElgin, South Carolina Shaken by 2.3 Magnitude Earthquake

Elgin, South Carolina Shaken by 2.3 Magnitude Earthquake

News Summary On April 24, 2025, Elgin, South Carolina experienced a 2.3 magnitude earthquake at 1:16 a.m., startling over 80…

7 days ago
Carolina Forest Battles Expanding WildfireCarolina Forest Battles Expanding Wildfire

Carolina Forest Battles Expanding Wildfire

News Summary A wildfire in Carolina Forest has spread over 2,059 acres, although it is currently 90% contained. Eight wildfires…

1 week ago
Minor Earthquake Shakes Elgin, South CarolinaMinor Earthquake Shakes Elgin, South Carolina

Minor Earthquake Shakes Elgin, South Carolina

News Summary On Wednesday morning, a 1.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Elgin, South Carolina. Striking at 5:09 a.m., this…

1 week ago
Tragic Shooting in Wando Claims Life of Local TeenTragic Shooting in Wando Claims Life of Local Teen

Tragic Shooting in Wando Claims Life of Local Teen

News Summary A tragic shooting incident in Wando, South Carolina resulted in the death of 17-year-old Tyren J. Kinloch during…

1 week ago
Carolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and EvacuationsCarolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and Evacuations

Carolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and Evacuations

News Summary Wildfires have engulfed South Carolina, leading to a state of emergency and mandatory evacuations in affected areas. Firefighters…

2 weeks ago
Mandatory Evacuations in Greenville and Pickens Counties Due to WildfiresMandatory Evacuations in Greenville and Pickens Counties Due to Wildfires

Mandatory Evacuations in Greenville and Pickens Counties Due to Wildfires

News Summary Residents in Greenville and Pickens Counties are facing urgent evacuations as the South Carolina Forestry Commission responds to…

2 weeks ago
Greenville Man Charged in School Bus Arson IncidentGreenville Man Charged in School Bus Arson Incident

Greenville Man Charged in School Bus Arson Incident

News Summary A 39-year-old man, Charles E. Williamson, faces serious charges after allegedly setting school buses on fire at Legacy…

2 weeks ago
Myrtle Beach Faces Wildfire Crisis Amid State of EmergencyMyrtle Beach Faces Wildfire Crisis Amid State of Emergency

Myrtle Beach Faces Wildfire Crisis Amid State of Emergency

News Summary Residents of Myrtle Beach confront a dire situation as over 170 wildfires rage in the Carolinas, leading to…

2 weeks ago
Wildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency DeclaredWildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency Declared

Wildfires Rage in the Carolinas: Evacuations and Emergency Declared

News Summary As of March 6, 2025, wildfires are rampant in North and South Carolina, necessitating evacuations and a state…

2 weeks ago
Tragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina CommunityTragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina Community

Tragic Incident Strikes University of South Carolina Community

News Summary The University of South Carolina mourns the loss of Nathanial 'Nate' G. Baker, a 20-year-old business major, following…

2 weeks ago