A tornado watch is in effect for the Midlands, including Lexington and Richland counties.
The watch is in effect until 10 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. A watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes.
The rainy conditions and thunderstorms in the Midlands are expected to continue until around 9 p.m., according to The Weather Channel.
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