Flash Flood Warning for Charleston Area

The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for south central Berkeley County, western Charleston County and southeastern Dorchester County.

The warning continues until 1:15 p.m. Wednesday. 

The weather service says numerous roads are closed due to high water, including downtown. Driving conditions will remain hazardous until water level recede later Sunday.

Flooding is expected around Charles Towne Landing, West Ashley, Charleston Naval Complex, North Charleston, Don Holt Bridge, and downtown Charleston.

Charleston County Sheriff's Office released this statement:

Motorists are urged to drive with extreme caution today as roadways that are prone to flooding are indeed flooded. The usual areas of Folly Road in the area of Camp Road and Folly Road and Fort Johnson are especially vulnerable to flooding and are currently under water. Rain is expected for most of the day so again those who must ravel are asked to add some extra travel time into their trips if travel is necessary and to slow down during the heavy rains and flooding streets.