Columbia, SC – A major spring weather alert targets Columbia on Monday, with thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong wind gusts expected by early morning.
According to the National Weather Service, severe conditions begin after 7 a.m. Monday, April 7, as a cold front pushes across central South Carolina. Showers and thunderstorms are forecast, with a 100% chance of precipitation. Wind gusts could reach up to 21 mph, especially near major roadways such as I-26, impacting commutes and school drop-offs.
Residents should secure outdoor items tonight and prepare for a wet and potentially hazardous Monday morning. Motorists are urged to drive cautiously during morning hours due to reduced visibility and possible ponding on roads. Rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter inch are expected, with higher totals possible in thunderstorms…