Month: September 2018

West Columbia issues letter to detail storm reaction plan

At West Columbia City Hall, we are utilizing city services to prepare for the impact of Hurricane Florence. Below is useful information for the days ahead. City Council and staff have collaborated to assist our citizens leading up to and during Hurricane Florence. You may also be receiving this information from your council district person. […]

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City of West Columbia prepares as Hurricane Florence approaches

With Hurricane Florence approaching, officials in West Columbia are in hyper-busy mode getting ready. “The City’s emergency response team is preparing for the storm,” said Anna Huffman, West Columbia’s Public Information officer. To do that several departments are coordinating, trying to make sure all bases are covered. “Public Works is ensuring that yard trash and […]

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West Columbia issues Hurricane Florence Information, Riverwalk closing Thursday

The City of West Columbia is closing the Wyman M. “Mac” Rish Riverwalk and Amphitheater on Thursday, September 13, at noon, ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Florence. The City expects residents and visitors to stay out of the park and river for their safety and that of first responders. Sanitation will run normal routes […]

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Hurricane Florence weakens to Category 2, but lots of rain and wind forecast

Hurricane Florence had weakened to a Category 2 hurricane, according to the 11 p.m. Wednesday report from the National Hurricane Center. The NHC said the storm is still expected to be “an extremely dangerous, life-threatening hurricane.” It is forecast to move from the coast to the Columbia metro area, according to the National Weather Service. […]

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South Carolina cancels football game versus Marshall

In light of the shifting forecast and probable path of Hurricane Florence, the University of South Carolina has canceled the football game versus Marshall that was scheduled to be played Saturday evening at 7:30. The Gamecocks will look for an opportunity to play a 12th regular season game later this season. “Whether or not the […]

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Kickoff time for Clemson game Saturday moved to noon

The kickoff time for Clemson’s game versus Georgia Southern has been moved to noon on Saturday at Memorial Stadium, the university announced on Wednesday. The game was originally scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Location of the contest remains at Clemson. “Clemson University officials continue to work with emergency management personnel, the ACC Office and Georgia Southern officials this […]

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Friday’s Tunnel to Towers 5k is canceled

The Tunnel to Towers 5k scheduled for Friday (Sept. 14)  has been cancelled due to the approach of Hurricane Florence. It will not be rescheduled, but all registrants can pick up their event t-shirt on Sept. 21 and receive free registration for next year’s event. Registrants should check their email for full details.  

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West Columbia issues Hurricane Florence Information, Riverwalk closing Thursday

The City of West Columbia is closing the Wyman M. “Mac” Rish Riverwalk and Amphitheater on Thursday, September 13, at noon, ahead of the arrival of Hurricane Florence. The City expects residents and visitors to stay out of the park and river for their safety and that of first responders. Sanitation will run normal routes […]

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