Fallon Mears Meteorologist ABC News 4

I like what I see! Saturday will start off with a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the upper 70s to mid 80s. Showers begin in the afternoon and continue through Sunday morning. Then another cold front rolls through next week, bringing another round of rain chances.#chswx

As we get a look at the daytime satellite imagery, smoke is observed across the southeast as wildfires continue. The smoke is leading to decreased air quality conditions across the region. Individuals with respiratory health issues should limit time spent outdoors.

Happy Earth Day and happy birthday to @SStevensWCIV !!

Here’s a look at the latest drought monitor released this past Thursday. Drought conditions continue to expand across the Southeast. droughtmonitor.unl.edu

SCFC to lift Red Flag Fire Alert for 25 counties Thursday COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission is lifting the Red Flag Fire Alert for 25 counties, effective at 6 a.m., Thursday, April 9. The counties for which the alert is being discontinued are Allendale, Bamberg, Beaufort, Berkeley, Calhoun, Charleston, Chesterfield, Clarendon, Colleton, Darlington, Dillon, Dorchester, Florence, Georgetown, Hampton, Horry, Jasper, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lee, Marion, Marlboro, Orangeburg, Sumter and Williamsburg (see map). Agency officials say the weather factors that prompted the Wednesday alert, primarily the low relative humidity and gusty winds, are expected to moderate in some areas, but will still be present at near critical levels in the western part of the state. Although the lack of significant rainfall across most of the state is keeping fuels dry, the current overall conditions in the state’s eastern counties are less volatile. Even without high winds, the dry weather and intensifying drought conditions are expected to remain at least through April. Although the Red Flag Fire Alert has been lifted, the Forestry Commission still urges vigilance when burning outdoors. State law requires anyone planning to burn outdoors (outside of city limits) to notify the Forestry Commission in advance and take the proper precautions. Those include clearing a firebreak around the burn area, having water and/or tools on standby to keep the fire contained and never leaving a fire unattended. The Red Flag Fire Alert will remain in effect for all other counties until further notice. Press release: scfc.gov/wp-content/upl…

With the public's help heeding fire alerts and burning bans over the past few weeks, we've been fortunate so far in limiting wildfires to manageable levels. Above-average fire danger, however, is still expected through April, which has historically seen the most damaging and costliest wildfires in our state. The Forestry Commission urges anyone who plans to conduct an outdoor burn to exercise extreme caution and take all necessary precautions. Anyone who has conducted a burn recently should continue to monitor it closely because of the potential for it to reignite. Outdoor burning precautions and how to notify before you burn: scfc.gov/protection/fir…

Clements Ferry Road is now open in all directions for motorists.

Can you see our Moon rocket lift off from your backyard? Skywatchers in Florida and southern Georgia will have a shot. Check out this map to see when you should look up! Artemis II is targeted to launch no earlier than April 1.

🚀👨‍🚀 HISTORIC DAY: NASA aims to launch four astronauts today on humanity's first crewed mission back to the moon in more than half a century later. The launch is set for 6:24 PM with a 2 hour window after. Pretty good viewing across most of the state. Here's a map below how long after the launch your area will see it visible in the sky...including as far away as Savannah, Georgia. God speed astronauts! #Artemis

SC Forestry Commission to lift statewide burning ban COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission will lift the statewide burning ban at 7 a.m. Monday, March 30. The extremely low relative humidities and gusty winds that prompted the March 27 ban have subsided, although elevated drought conditions over much of the state warrant the need to be extremely vigilant when burning outdoors. While rain chances increase later this week, it is not expected to be enough to improve the drought status significantly. Above-average fire danger and activity is still expected through April, which has historically seen the most damaging and costliest wildfires in South Carolina. Anyone who burns outdoors and allows their fire(s) to escape will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law. “Just because the burning ban is being lifted, it does not mean the fire danger is gone. Most of the state is still very dry, and the risk of fires igniting easily remains. Anyone who has conducted a burn recently should continue to monitor it closely because of the potential for it to reignite,” said SCFC Fire Chief Darryl Jones. “If you choose to burn outdoors, you should be extremely careful and take all necessary precautions. Any fire you start is your responsibility even if it rekindles and spreads days later.” Citizens who may plan to conduct outdoor burning of residential yard debris or prescribed burns must still notify the Forestry Commission before doing so. Residential yard debris burning State law requires citizens who live in unincorporated areas to notify the Forestry Commission before burning outdoors. In most cases, the law applies to burning leaves, limbs and branches that people clean up from their yards. Citizens who do live in city/town limits must still abide by any burning ordinances in their local jurisdictions. Citizens can make notification online by visiting scfc.gov/notify or by calling the toll-free notification number for the county in which they live, found here: scfc.gov/protection/fir…. Prescribed burning State law requires that you notify the Forestry Commission before burning for forestry, wildlife management or agricultural purposes. This includes burning for wildfire hazard reduction, brush control, endangered species management, wildlife habitat improvement, plant disease control, crop residue removal and preparation of land for planting trees or agricultural crops. All burning for forestry, wildlife and agriculture must comply with SC Smoke Management Guidelines. To make notification, regardless of county, please call (800) 777-3473. Read the full release: scfc.gov/wp-content/upl…

With 3 days remaining (doesn't include today), March 2026 is on track to be a top 5 warmest March on record at both Charleston (KCHS) and Savannah (KSAV). Both locations are about 5 degrees above normal for the month. #scwx #gawx #chswx #savwx

Behind the scenes of Cooper River Bridge Run Coverage! Good luck to all those participating 🙌🏼 @ABCNews4 #CRBRGo4it

TRAVEL ALERT/Summerville: Watch out for a crash on the Berlin G. Myers Parkway near Highway 78. 📸: Provided

Hock Ave is closed due to an overturned 18 wheeler. North Charleston Police are asking the public to avoid the area until further notice while they investigate the collision. #chstraffic @ABCNews4

Traffic Alert! Expect delays on Riverland Drive between Camp Road and the entrance to James Island County Park from Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Crews with Charleston Water System will be conducting repairs in the area. While no road closures are planned, drivers should expect a lane shift. Please drive carefully and help keep our workers safe. #chsnews #chstrfc

UPDATE/7:38am: A crash involving an overturned tractor trailer has several lanes blocked on I-26 westbound at the I-526 interchange. Right now, only the right lane is open. Traffic is backed up on I-26 westbound and on I-526 westbound at I-26. There is another vehicle against the concrete wall. @ABCNews4

Cold front Monday! There may be a few stronger thunderstorms on Sunday but Monday looks more promising for severe wx. An isolated tornado or small hail cannot be ruled out Monday AM into the afternoon. Winds will be gusty at times, even outside of a storm. More updates to come!

Please be aware the lights at Nexton Pkwy & Millhouse Dr are out and the intersection should be treated like a four way stop @SummervilleSC @SPDSC #spdsc #chstraff #chsnews

SC Severe Weather & Flood Safety Week: Do you know the difference between a Severe Thunderstorm Watch and a Warning? A WATCH means be prepared and ready to act, a WARNING means take action now. *This post is for awareness - there are no active watches or warnings at this time.

⛈️Today kicks off South Carolina Severe Weather & Flood Safety Week! As we approach what is typically the most active part of the year for severe weather, this week provides a great opportunity to learn more about the dangers severe storms can bring.