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The eye of Hurricane Irma whirled more than 200 miles away, but the storm still created a tidal surge in the Charleston area rivaling that of Hurricane Hugo. Heavy rains, powerful winds, high tides and storm surges caused major flooding. … Read More

Charleston Harbor’s high tides caused by Irma, which has been downgraded to a tropical storm, have already surpassed Hurricane Matthew levels last year, and as of 2 p.m., they are the third-highest level recorded. … Read More

While Hurricane Irma is now projected to head west across Florida and Georgia, South Carolina’s governor said residents should still prepare themselves for significant impacts from the massive storm. … Read More

Barrier islands in Colleton, Beaufort and Jasper counties are under mandatory evacuation as of Saturday at 10 a.m., Gov. Henry McMaster said tonight. … Read More

State, county and city leaders are gearing up for the possibility that Hurricane Irma might hit the S.C. coast. Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency Wednesday, and schools have begun announcing closures. … Read More