Watch: Safety Tips During Bad Weather
What you need to know to ensure safety in bad weather
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Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected to move across the northern part of the state on Thursday. Some storms can become severe or severe, producing harmful gusts of wind, hail and an isolated tornado, according to the National Meteorological Service.
The biggest threat to the harsh climate will be along and southeast of Interstate 85.
It is the first time since April 5, 2017 that the state has faced this level of risk due to severe weather, NWS meteorologists said.
This story will be updated throughout Thursday with the news. Come back to find out more.
Here’s when to expect the worst weather in Greenville County
Late morning to early afternoon is expected to bring the worst of weather in Greenville, Pickens and Anderson counties, said meteorologist William Martin from the NWS office in Greer.
At 9 am and 10 am, there is a possibility of severe storms.
As soon as the approaching cold front passes through the area at around 2pm, conditions will become less severe. Lighter baths are expected before the area begins to dry out.
Greenville County Schools will still host vaccine clinics
Greenville County school staff will still be able to receive their first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday, despite weather conditions, a school district spokesman said on Wednesday.
Spokeswoman Teri Brinkman said there are emergency plans that can be put into action if the weather gets worse. If clinics at Greer High School and Woodmont High School are due to close for a time during the day due to bad weather, they will remain open until later when they reopen, Brinkman said.
Clemson University changes COVID test dates
Clemson University canceled its previously scheduled COVID-19 tests for Thursday at Memorial Stadium. Those who are enrolled have been notified to reschedule their test.
Clemson students and employees who planned to take the test, but did not enroll, can register for a test on Friday or Saturday.
FEMA offers advice to prepare for dangerous weather conditions
The authorities recommend that people create emergency plans so they know what to do, where to go and what is needed. Recommended supplies include medicines and chargers for phones and other devices.
Ready.gov, a national public service campaign by the Federal Emergency Management Agency designed to help people prepare for disasters, offers this advice in the event of a tornado alert:
- If you are on a tornado alert, find a safe haven immediately.
- If you can safely reach a robust building, do so immediately.
- Go to a safe room, basement or basement against storms.
- If you are in a building without a basement, go to a small indoor room on the lower level.
- Stay away from windows, doors and outside walls.
- Do not stand under an overpass or bridge. You are safer in a low, flat location.
- Watch out for fragments that can cause injury or death.
- Use your arms to protect your head and neck.
- If you are unable to stay home after a tornado, make plans to take shelter with friends and family. If necessary, go to a public shelter. Shelters are taking precautions to protect people from COVID-19.
- Take the precautions of COVID-19, such as masking and washing your hands when taking shelter with other people.
This story will be updated. Come back to find out more.
Tamia Boyd is from Michigan and covers the latest news in Greenville. Send an email to [email protected] and follow her on Twitter @tamiamb. Subscribe to The Greenville News by visiting greenvillenews.com/subscribe.