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Flooding Hits Myrtle Beach, SC
Renowned for its Southern hospitality, sunny weather and sandy beaches - Myrtle Beach was a washout on Memorial Day.
MYRTLE BEACH, SC — Heavy rain overwhelmed creeks and rivers in the Myrtle Beach area, causing flooding in neighborhoods. It also sent holiday weekend visitors packing. Myrtle Beach had more than 2.5 inches of rain through midday, while nearby areas got as much as 5 inches.
The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported that Circle Bay Drive is impacted.
Ponding is reported on several streets and highways.
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Tyler Turner shared these pictures of the flooding in Myrtle Beach. #SCWX pic.twitter.com/rI8Be62oNn
— Jamie Arnold WMBF (@jamiearnoldWMBF) May 28, 2018
A Flash Flood Watch is in effect until Tuesday morning. Any visitors who delayed their getaway could be stuck until then.
Little River flooding from Kristen Henry. #scwx pic.twitter.com/mFiIWvpqcS
— Jamie Arnold WMBF (@jamiearnoldWMBF) May 28, 2018
Monday's drenching was predicted in advance.
Find out what's happening in Myrtle Beachfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Flooding around the Compass Cove area in Myrtle Beach from Kim Scott. #scwx pic.twitter.com/GeD4CRkBHD
— Jamie Arnold WMBF (@jamiearnoldWMBF) May 28, 2018
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