9/29/2022 2:45:00 PM until 9/30/2022 6:45:00 AM

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina, including the following areas, Bamberg, Calhoun, Central Orangeburg, Chesterfield, Clarendon, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lee, Lexington, Northern Lancaster, Northwestern Orangeburg, Richland, Southeastern Orangeburg, Southern Lancaster and Sumter. * WHEN...From late tonight through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall associated with Ian will move into the region tonight and continue across the Midlands on Friday. Rainfall may be heavy at times. Rainfall amounts will range from 3 to 5 inches with locally higher amounts. - http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov