South Carolina Flood Advisory - Minor | Effective 06/01/2026 14:27

Headline: 
Flood Advisory issued June 1 at 5:27PM EDT until June 1 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event: 
Flood Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 1, 2026 - 2:27pm
Expires: 
June 1, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Charleston County in southeastern South Carolina... * WHEN...Until 645 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 525 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated the heaviest rains have pushed south of Downtown Charleston. Just over 2.25 inches of rain fell at the Citadel as this activity moved across the peninsula. While the heaviest rains have pushed south, flooding is likely ongoing in some areas. Heed any road closures. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Downtown Charleston, Medical University Of South Carolina, Marion Square, Columbus Street Terminal and The Citadel.
Instruction: 
Heavy rain in Downtown Charleston will result in nuisance flooding of low-lying areas. Areas most prone to flooding include the Market, Crosstown, East Bay Street and Morrison Drive. Slow down when traveling and allow extra distance between you and the vehicle ahead. Do not drive into water of unknown depth.
Area Description: 
Charleston, SC
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston SC
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov