Flash Flood Warning — Orangeburg County, South Carolina
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 21 at 7:13PM EDT until August 21 at 10:15PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
FFWCAE The National Weather Service in Columbia has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southwestern Clarendon County in central South Carolina... East Central Orangeburg County in central South Carolina... * Until 1015 PM EDT. * At 713 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Manning, Summerton, Santee, Vance, St. Paul and Davis Station. This includes Interstate 95 between mile markers 93 and 118.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 7:13 PM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 10:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Columbia SC
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 10:15 PM ET
Last Checked
3 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Most flooding deaths occur in vehicles. Never drive through a flooded roadway or around barricades. Turn around, don't drown. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Report any flooding directly to the Columbia National Weather Service when it is safe to do so. You can send reports by Facebook or X to NWSColumbia or by e-mail at [email protected].
Also In Effect For
This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Orangeburg County, South Carolina?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (3 hours ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 10:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Orangeburg County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Clarendon County.