CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – National Weather Service forecasters confirmed two tornadoes touched down overnight in association with Tropical Storm Debby.
The first tornado occurred on Edisto Beach, and the second happened in Moncks Corner from late Monday into early Tuesday. Forecasters are working to determine the final path and EF rating of both.
Specialists are still investigating whether a tornado occurred in four other areas which are:
- Ladys Island, SC (Beaufort Co)
- West Ashley, SC (Charleston Co)
- Kiawah Island, SC (Charleston Co)
- Isle of Palms, SC (Charleston Co)
NWS said they hope to send out a determination within the coming days.
Edisto’s tornado formed from a waterspout off of one of Debby’s outer rain bands that made landfall on the beach. The tornado was categorized as an EF1 with estimated peak winds at 97 mph, the National Weather Service determined.
Colleton County officials reported the heaviest damage occurred on Palmetto Boulevard, including downed power lines and property damage.