Matthew brings rain and wind as Matthew nears coast
The hurricane Matthew drifts along the Southeast coast with the eye offshore near Charleston and expected to hit North Carolina next. Aiken County remains under a flash flood watch until 8 a.m. Sunday and a wind advisory until 2 a.m. Sunday as EOC operations continue in full emergency mode. County officials, including Sheriff Staff Sgt. Steve Shunn and Mayor Rick Osbon, express readiness to handle impacts and assist residents.
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Aiken Residents Aid Coastal Evacuees at South Aiken High
In the CSRA area volunteers and donations surged to the Red Cross shelter at South Aiken High School to help evacuees from Hilton Head and Charleston as Hurricane Matthew neared the Lowcountry. Shelter coordinator Dale Couch praised the generous, dedicated helpers who opted to assist instead of staying home.
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Local churches aid evacuees in community effort
By Friday afternoon about 240 evacuees sought shelter in South Africa with space found in school hallways. Officials note conditions are tight but no gym use yet. donations are so large staff have begun shipping surplus to other locations.
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Traffic warning as evacuees flood Aiken roads
Local law enforcement cautions drivers that arriving evacuees may still increase traffic in Aiken through Saturday. About 240 evacuees shelter at South Aiken High School, the county's first level shelter, while police plan for uncertain arrivals and unfamiliar drivers navigating the area.
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Area Deaths Bradley Wimberly Dorns Valentine Named
Area obituaries report Bradley James Wimberly of Gloverville Gertrude Dorns of Ridge Spring and Amos Bill Valentine of Aiken in local death notices. Funeral arrangements and services are pending.
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Weather Outlook Rain With Mild Temperatures Tuft
Rain is forecast with a high near 76 degrees and a low near 61. A six day forecast follows with lingering showers possible and gradually cooler nights.
Evacuees await state plan on hurricane Matthew re entry
More than 200 evacuees shelter at sites in Aiken as South Carolina EM prepares a return plan. Officials say no timeline yet and may open Paul Knox Middle School in North Augusta if needed. Advice from the SCEMD Hurricane Guide emphasizes safety, road closures, and utility checks.
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