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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: A "TORNADO WATCH" is in effect for parts of the Lowcountry until 8 PM. A #Tornado Watch means that conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes. In a situation like this, these are often weak, fast-moving spin-ups. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

BREAKING: Hurricane #Isaias has made landfall near Destin, Florida at 9:30 PM ET (8:30 PM CT), per @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link! Maximum sustained winds at landfall were coincident with a Category 2 #Hurricane (105 MPH), with higher, brief wind gusts of up to 116 MPH observed. #Tropics

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

WEEKEND FLOODING RISK: Why is South Carolina expected to see widespread heavy rainfall when #Hurricane #Isaias will stay far to our west? (1) Weak warm front provides lift (2) Easterly, Atlantic winds develop (3) Very high moisture content #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

BREAKING: #Isaias has strengthened into a Category 1 #Hurricane, becoming the Atlantic's first hurricane of 2026! Isaias will continue to increase prior to Friday evening's landfall along the northern #Gulf coast. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

BREAKING: Invest #92L has been upgraded to #Tropical Depression Nine (9)! Further strengthening will ensue later this week as this circulation lifts northward towards the northern Gulf coast. Be sure to keep the @live5weather.bsky.social app handy this week for the latest details! #Tropics #AL92

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

TROPICS: The @live5weather.bsky.social team is closely monitoring an area of low pressure in the SW Gulf, now classified as Invest #92L! Per @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link, this disturbance carries a "high" chance of developing into a tropical system later this week as it lifts northward. #Tropics

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

FIRST ALERT: A "Dense Fog Advisory" is in effect for most Lowcountry counties through late Friday morning (9-10 AM)! Be sure to exercise extreme caution during Friday morning's commute by reducing your speed and using your low beams when conditions warrant. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

TROPICS: @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link is issuing advisories on Tropical Storm Hanna, which formed Monday morning! Similar to #Fay, #Hanna is expected to move into an unfavorable environment later this week, limiting its chances of meaningful strengthening. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

FIRST ALERT: Another "Coastal Flood Advisory" is in effect this morning for the entire Lowcountry coastline. Up to 1/2 ft. of saltwater inundation is possible along shorelines and tidal waterways. Never go around a barrier. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

BULLDOG FOOTBALL: This afternoon’s forecast couldn’t be better for college football as The Citadel plays host to UT Chattanooga at 2 PM! Temperatures throughout the game should hover in the mid/upper 70s with slightly weaker winds compared to yesterday (10-15 MPH). #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

NEW: Tropical Storm #Gonzalo has formed in the Eastern Atlantic, becoming the 7th-named system of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane Season! Its center is forecast to pass through parts of the Cabo Verde Islands on Friday, where a "Tropical Storm Warning" is in effect. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

TOP 3 IMPACTS: This week's coastal storm is working to keep temperatures low, but be aware of sneaky coastal hazards through at least Friday! - Elevated high tides (potential for moderate tidal flooding) - Dangerous rip currents - Hazardous seas #SCWX #CHSWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

FIRST ALERT: A "Coastal Flood Advisory" is in effect for Charleston and coastal Colleton Counties from 5-10 PM (4-9 PM for Georgetown County). High tide at the Charleston Harbor is at 7:10 PM. Coastal flooding is possible. Never drive over a flooded roadway. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

TROPICS: @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link is monitoring two disturbances in the Atlantic - neither of which pose a risk to the US! (1) #Fay: Redeveloped Wednesday, and will be short-lived (again). (2) #90L: Medium (60%) chance of development through early next week. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

CHANTICLEER FOOTBALL: True football weather returns to the Carolinas as Coastal Carolina plays host to Liberty University tomorrow! Models have recently pointed towards the chance for a few showers later in the day, but most of these will clear before kickoff. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

WEDNESDAY: While we're not expecting to see any major disruptions to outdoor events or travel, there will still be noticeable changes as a front moves through! Lower highs (upper 70s and lower 80s) will be accompanied by breezy conditions and patchy low clouds. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

TROPICS: Hurricane #Polo is officially amongst the strongest hurricanes ever observed in the Eastern Pacific basin! - Peak Sustained Winds: 180 MPH (Tuesday afternoon, 3rd strongest) - Minimum Pressure: 892 mb (Tuesday afternoon, 2nd strongest) #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

TROPICS: With #Fay undergoing weakening early this week, our attention returns to the Eastern Atlantic for our next chance of tropical development! Per the @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link, an emerging wave carries a "low" chance of development by early next week. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

NEW: Tropical Storm Fay has formed in the far Eastern Atlantic - the sixth named tropical system of the season! Although #Fay could make a brief run at hurricane status, the expectation is that this storm will weaken into a depression as the week goes on. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

SATURDAY SLATE: Several great college football games are happening across the Palmetto State today! The @live5weather.bsky.social team will be monitoring the chance for pop-up storms this afternoon, especially in the Midlands and the Lowcountry. #SCWX #CHSWX #CollegeFootball #CFB

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

WEDNESDAY: Your morning commute will feel much more refreshing, mainly due to cooler temperatures and drier air! Wednesday's lows are expected to fall into the 60s, followed by afternoon highs returning to the mid to upper-80s. Be sure to have the sunglasses handy! #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

TROPICS: @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link is monitoring an area of disturbed weather in the Central Atlantic for potential tropical development! Conditions over the system are forecast to become better for tropical/subtropical development starting around midweek. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

FOR THE RECORD: Charleston International Airport recorded a high temperature of 95° on Monday (9/14), which broke the previous record observed in 1938 and 1991! Average high temperatures for mid-September are in the mid-80s. #SCWX #CHSWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

TROPICS: Today is the climatological peak of hurricane season for the Atlantic basin! As expected, the Atlantic basin remains unusually quiet for this time of year, mainly due to the prevalence of a strong El Niño in the Pacific Ocean. (1/2) #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

FIRST ALERT: A "Coastal Flood Advisory" is in effect for Charleston and coastal Colleton Counties from 4 - 8 PM Monday! Up to 1/2 foot of saltwater inundation above ground level is expected along shorelines and tidal waterways with the late-afternoon high tide. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

FIRST ALERT: Starting Labor Day Monday, a "Moderate" rip current risk will make a return to all Lowcountry beaches, mainly owing to stronger onshore winds! If you are planning to head to the beach through Wednesday, make sure to exercise extreme caution. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

LOOKING AHEAD: Next Sunday marks the start of the NFL regular season for the Carolina Panthers! As of now, it looks like conditions leading up to Sunday will be a touch drier. Temperatures, however, are expected to reach up to 90° later in the afternoon. #SCWX #NCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

FIRST ALERT (6:30 PM) - Severe Thunderstorm Watches have been expanded into the Charleston Quad-County region through 11 PM! The most organized storm segments will pose a risk for damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning and brief downpours, especially prior to 9 PM. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

FIRST ALERT: A "Severe Thunderstorm Watch" has been issued for Orangeburg, Clarendon, Williamsburg and Georgetown Counties through late Saturday evening! Any storm segments that hold together from the north will be capable of producing strong wind gusts. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

GAMECOCK FOOTBALL: South Carolina's football season kicks off this afternoon against Kent State! This afternoon's "Heat Advisory" includes Columbia, where temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 90s. Heat indices of near 105° are possible. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

AT THE BEACH: Make sure to practice heat safety as you're traveling to the coast! Feels-like temperatures on Saturday could exceed 110° for a brief period in the afternoon, especially if rain chances hold off. Thunderstorms will be more likely on Sunday and Monday. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

FIRST ALERT: A HEAT ADVISORY is in effect for Georgetown and Williamsburg counties from 11 AM - 8 PM today! The heat index may reach 108° in these areas! Stay hydrated and take frequent breaks. Outside of the Heat Advisory counties, it's still going to be very hot. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

TROPICS: With #Edouard set to dissipate over #Texas soon, the Atlantic basin will return to its quiet state for a bit! Over the Eastern Atlantic, long-range models have been consistent in developing another wave later next week, but conditions remain hostile. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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National Hurricane Center Bot @nhcbot.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Tropical Storm #Edouard makes landfall near Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, at 2:20 PM CDT with estimated maximum sustained winds of 60 mph (95 km/h) and minimum pressure of 996 mb (29.41 in Hg). www.nhc.noaa.gov/text/refresh/MIATC…... x.com/NHC_Atlantic/status/209487078…

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

NEW: Tropical Storm #Edouard has formed in the northern #Gulf, as of Monday evening! Sustained winds have increased to 40 MPH, and further strengthening should occur through early Tuesday. #Tropics #TSEdouard @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

NEW (11 AM, 8/31): @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link is now issuing advisories on Potential Tropical Cyclone (PTC) Five in the Northern Gulf. Maximum sustained winds have risen to 35 MPH. PTC Five is moving WNW at 5 MPH. #Tropics #PTC5 @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

TROPICS: @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link is monitoring two areas in the Atlantic basin of potential tropical development as of Friday evening, including the remnants of former Tropical Storm #Dolly! Here's the latest: #Tropics #TSDolly #TropicalStormDolly @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

BULLDOG FOOTBALL: South Carolina State’s football season kicks off tomorrow against Savannah State at 6 PM! There will be a few storms in the vicinity of Orangeburg for the early evening hours, which could pose the risk of frequent lightning and locally heavy rain. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

THURSDAY/FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS: Just like last week, storms could lead to several delays or cancellations for high school football games! Based on the latest trends, Friday’s rain chances will be greatest during the evening hours, especially for areas east of I-95. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

TODAY: Showers and storms will crop up as early as 1 PM along the sea breeze, namely in Georgetown and Charleston Counties first. These will become more widespread for areas near and east of Highway 17A during the late afternoon and evening hours. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

TROPICS: Invests #95L and #96L both carry "medium" chances of tropical development through late this week, per @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link! 96L will be most impacted by dry air and strong wind shear on Tuesday, thus preventing much short-term organization. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

FIRST ALERT: A “Heat Advisory” is in effect for all coastal Lowcountry counties until 8 PM! Peak heat index values of around 110° can be expected in these locations (except locally higher around the Charleston Metro). #SCWX #CHSWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

TROPICS: As of Thursday, @nhc-atlantic.extwitter.link is watching a non-tropical area of low pressure in the northern Atlantic. This feature may briefly acquire tropical or subtropical characteristics this weekend as it moves closer to the Iberian Peninsula. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

FIRST ALERT: A "Heat Advisory" will go into effect for all coastal Lowcountry counties beginning at 11 AM Wednesday (8/19)! In the highlighted counties, peak heat index values should range between 108-113°. #SCWX #CHSWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

TRIPLE-DIGIT HEAT: For the first time since July 2026 (and the second time this decade), the @live5weather.bsky.social team is forecasting afternoon highs of 100° on Tuesday at Charleston International Airport! Such levels would fall below the daily record high for the date (101°, 1995). #SCWX

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: An "Extreme" heat risk returns on Friday, particularly during the afternoon hours! Peak heat indices could stay above 112° for several hours along the Lowcountry coastline. The only way we'll see relief is if thunderstorms develop. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

TROPICS: Wednesday morning brought forth Tropical Storm #Cristobal in the open Atlantic! There's two other systems that we're monitoring: (1) Invest #92L: Brief TD/TS possible late this week (2) East Atlantic wave: Potential for formation next week #Tropics #TSCristobal @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WEDNESDAY: Any overnight storms that occur should advance offshore, or stay to our west, before daybreak! Besides an isolated afternoon storm, the main story will be the return of dangerous heat and humidity as temperatures look to climb into the mid/upper 90s. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

FIRST ALERT: A "Heat Advisory" will go into effect starting around midday Tuesday for all coastal Lowcountry counties! Here, peak heat index values of up to 112° are expected in tandem with high temperatures in the mid 90s. #SCWX @live5weather.bsky.social

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Dorien Minor @minorwx.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

TROPICS: Out of three areas of possible development in the Atlantic, we are particularly watching trends for a strong wave in the Eastern Atlantic! Should it survive through next week, current trends point towards a northward steer away from most landmasses. #Tropics @live5weather.bsky.social

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