CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD) — Hazy skies are stretching across the Lowcountry as brush fires burning in neighboring Georgia continue to send smoke into the area, raising concerns about air quality and respiratory health.
Officials say a fire burning near the Savannah River is being driven by dry conditions and gusty winds, allowing smoke to travel across state lines and linger over parts of the Lowcountry.
“When we get a southwesterly wind, that smoke moves right into our area even if you can’t see it,” said Meteorologist Brant Beckman with Storm Team 2. “If you have a sensitivity to pollen, you’re likely to have a big sensitivity to wildfire smoke. Even people who aren’t sensitive can still be affected.”…