🌱 2 Fires Leave 10 Displaced + 2.1 Earthquake + Veteran's 100th

Happy Tuesday, Columbia! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started off right. Here are the most important things going on in Columbia today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 61 Low: 47.

Here are the top three stories in Columbia today:

1. Two separate fires in Columbia on Saturday night left ten people without their homes. The fires occurred at Fallstaff Road and Gingerbread Court. No injuries were reported in either fire. Firefighters were thankfully able to revive an unconscious dog in one of the fires. (The State)
2. Another earthquake hit the Columbia area over the weekend. On Sunday afternoon, a 2.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded near Lugoff. There have been 21 earthquakes since Dec. 27, with a 3.3 magnitude quake being the largest. (The State)
3. A Columbia veteran of three wars had their birthday 100th birthday over the weekend. Thomas Rew was a bomber pilot who flew in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Rew spent the day with his family. Happy Belated, Thomas! (WIS News 10)

Today in Columbia:

• The Lion King At Koger Center For The Arts (7:00 PM)
• Bob Dylan At Township Auditorium (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Columbia Fire Department is reminding residents that hoarding conditions put first responders at risk! Firefighters cannot move swiftly through a home that's filled with clutter. Remember to remove debris from the doors. (Facebook)
• Strawberry season is here! There are several places around town to pick the best the Midlands has to offer. Read on for all the details on how, where, and what to do with all those delicious berries. (Instagram)
• If you have a TV that you're looking to unload, please send the Transitions Homeless Center a direct message or email. The center is searching for a TV to use in one of its dorms. (Facebook)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.