South Carolina Severe Flood Watch | Effective 07/24/2026 18:12

Headline: 
Flood Watch issued July 24 at 9:12PM EDT until July 25 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event: 
Flood Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
July 24, 2026 - 6:12pm
Expires: 
July 24, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of southeast South Carolina, including the following areas, Charleston, Coastal Colleton, Dorchester, Inland Berkeley, Inland Colleton and Tidal Berkeley. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will persist into the early morning hours Saturday. The risk for flash flooding continues, as some have already received between 2 and 5 inches of rain since this afternoon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction: 
Be prepared to protect life and property, especially in areas prone to flooding. If flooding develops, move to higher ground immediately. If driving, be prepared for flooded roadways and possible road closures.
Area Description: 
Inland Colleton; Dorchester; Inland Berkeley; Coastal Colleton; Charleston; Tidal Berkeley
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston SC