Buck Report Weather Update: Severe Weather Hits Richland County

Good morning, Buck Report readers. As of 7:57 AM EST on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, the National Weather Service in Columbia, South Carolina, has issued severe weather alerts affecting Richland County and surrounding areas. If you’re in the area, please read on for the latest details and safety recommendations.

What’s Happening?

The NWS has activated two key warnings this morning:

1. Tornado Warning (Expires 8:00 AM EST):A severe thunderstorm with the potential to spawn a tornado has been detected 9 miles southwest of Red Bank, moving northeast at 45 mph. Radar shows rotation, confirming the tornado risk.Impacted areas include:

• South Congaree

• Springdale

• Lexington

• Red Bank

• Cayce

• West Columbia

• Gaston

• Pine Ridge

• Oak Grove

• Columbia Metro Airport

• SC State Farmer's Market

Action: Seek shelter immediately in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, and avoid windows.

2. Severe Thunderstorm Warning (Expires 8:30 AM EST):Severe thunderstorms have been noted along a line extending from near Blackstock to 9 miles southwest of Red Bank. These storms are moving east at 40 mph with wind gusts up to 60 mph.Impacted areas include:

• Arcadia Lakes

• Cayce

• Lebanon Fire Station

• White Rock

• Winnsboro

• Irmo

• Ridgeway

• St. Andrews

• Mitford

• Lexington

• Cayce Riverwalk

• Columbia International University

• Pine Ridge

• Liberty Hill

• Cedar Creek Fire Station

• White Oak

• Dixiana

• Harbison State Forest

• Blythewood

• Seven Oaks

Action: Move to an interior room on the lowest floor and stay alert, as tornadoes can develop from these conditions.

Safety Tips for the Morning

• Stay Informed: Keep your devices handy and check local news and weather channels for real-time updates.

• Seek Shelter: If you’re in one of the impacted areas, head to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor immediately.

• Avoid Travel: Postpone any travel until local authorities declare the weather safe.

Buck Report’s Take

At Buck Report, your safety is our priority. We understand that severe weather can disrupt your plans and pose serious risks. Our advice: take no chances—heed these warnings and follow all safety guidelines provided by local authorities.

As this event develops, we’ll keep you updated with the latest information. Stay tuned to the Buck Report for ongoing coverage and remember: when severe weather strikes, it's better to be safe than sorry.

Stay safe, and take care out there!

For continuous updates, check with the National Weather Service’s Columbia Office or your local weather updates.