South Carolina, North Carolina Declare State of Emergencies Ahead of Second Expected Storm

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster talks at a press conference in Columbia, S.C., on Aug. 9, 2021. Jeffrey Collins/AP Photo

South Carolina and North Carolina on Wednesday evening each declared a State of Emergency, as a second severe winter storm is expected to hit the states, potentially bringing high winds, ice, and snow.

In an executive order issued at around 6 p.m., South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster said a state of emergency for South Carolina is effective immediately, and will remain in effect for 15 days.