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Flood — Richland, SC

May 29, 2025

Slow moving thunderstorms developed across central SC during the afternoon and evening hours of May 29th. High instability and deep moisture helped produce a environment favorable for damaging winds, hail, and flash flooding. Numerous reports of damaging winds and isolated large hail were confirmed across the Midlands of SC.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1254181). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Richland, SC

This event is one of many recorded floods in Richland County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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