Hammer down weather report 2026-10-12 22:00:55
🚗 **South Carolina Road-Weather Update**
Flooding continues along the **Congaree River** near **Columbia, Congaree National Park, Gadsden, and the Carolina Eastman area**, affecting Richland, Lexington, and Calhoun counties.
– **Flood Warning:** Minor flooding is occurring, with moderate flooding forecast near Carolina Eastman. The river is expected to crest near **119 feet Tuesday morning**; low-lying areas, farmland, Congaree National Park, and access roads may flood. This warning continues through **Thursday morning**.
– **Flood Warning near Congaree National Park:** The river is forecast to crest near **16.9 feet early Wednesday**, flooding portions of the park’s lower boardwalk and potentially the Sandy Run subdivision access road. This warning continues through **Friday afternoon**.
– **Flood Advisory near Columbia:** The river may crest near **12.4 feet**, flooding portions of the Cayce and West Columbia Riverwalk, including areas near **Gervais Street and SC 12**, through late Wednesday night.
Never drive through floodwater or around barricades—**turn around, don’t drown**. Slow down, allow extra stopping distance, and avoid low-lying roads near rivers.
Submit reports to Hammer Down News at **888-IS-4TIPS (888-474-8477)**, **HammerDownHeadlines.com**, or **HammerDownNews.com**. Check local conditions before traveling.
