The National Weather Service advises that a Tornado Watch is in effect until 1 p.m. Thursday for a number of counties in the state. Meteorologists also are keeping track of tornado warnings and other severe weather alerts.

SCDNR says a tornado watch is in effect until 1 p.m. which covers most of the state, from Valdosta Georgia to the North Carolina state line.

A tornado watch has been issued for the Midlands until 1pm ET. A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR PARTS OF THE MIDLANDS. Here’s Meteorologist Tyler Ryan with the latest forecast. Per the National Weather Service: A TORNADO WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1015 AM EDT FOR SOUTHERN FAIRFIELD AND NORTHWESTERN RICHLAND COUNTIES.

According to the National Weather Service, tornadoes are the second leading cause of death from severe weather in the United States. In this web story, we’ll look at how tornadoes form, how strong they can get,

The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-0 tornado near Ridge Spring among multiple weak twisters from Thursday's severe weather across the Midlands.

The watch was issued around 7 a.m. Thursday and expires at 1 p.m., according to the National Weather Service’s Charleston office.

A tornado outbreak occurred across the state of South Carolina the afternoon of March 15 of 2008. Many of the tornadoes confirmed were considered strong (EF2/EF3). The event changed the lives of many and caused an estimated 40 million dollars in damage.

Tornado safety is the focus of Day 4 of South Carolina’s Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week. Knowing where to take shelter can make a life-saving difference when tornado warnings are issued.