Charleston, South Carolina.Despite many warnings, some drivers were seen on camera trying to drive through high water after heavy rains in Charleston on Friday caused significant flooding around the metro region.
Social media footage showed cars navigating flooded roadways while water poured over tires and flowed onto pavements. Four to six inches of rain poured around the city, causing what the National Weather Service described as severe flash flooding.
NWS Warns Against Driving Through Floods
Residents were advised by officials not to drive or walk through flooding. According to meteorologists, flooded roadways may conceal debris or sinkholes, and even shallow water can force cars to stop or be washed away.
Nevertheless, despite the dangers, drivers were observed rushing across the streets. According to Charleston emergency personnel, such behavior puts first responders at risk in the event that rescues are required, in addition to putting drivers in danger.
Charleston Hit Hard by Storms
In addition to a week of extreme weather along the South Carolina coast, Friday’s rainfall submerged several roads throughout the city. Hurricane Erin’s offshore trajectory, which pushed tropical moisture inland and increased downpours, was followed by the storms.
With water levels rapidly rising during the afternoon rush, locals reported that the flooding was among the worst they had experienced this summer.
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