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FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus

09/17/2023 2:03 pm

FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus


Carolina Alert: Update - Armed robbery on Columbia campus at Corner Pantry at 830 Assembly St

09/15/2023 6:35 am

Carolina Alert: Update - Armed Robbery on the Columbia campus: After a thorough canvas, the suspect is not believed to be in the area. There were no reported injuries. This incident is being investigated by Columbia Police Department and the USC Police Department. Members of the Carolina Community with information are encouraged to contact the USC Police Department at 803-777-4215. Safety Tips: University of South Carolina offers the free RAVE Guardian Safety App, which turns any cell phone into a personalized protection network, connecting with University Police during an emergency and giving them important information, they need instantly. The University has and encourages the use of several available shuttle services for transportation to and around campus. More information for evening and daytime shuttles can be found at Parking and Transportation Services' website. Have a plan before going out. Make sure your friends know not to leave you alone or let you leave anywhere with someone other than the friends you came with. Stay in a group as much as possible. Be aware of your surrounding and trust your instincts. If a place or situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.


Carolina Alert: Update - Armed robbery on Columbia campus at Corner Pantry at 830 Assembly St

09/15/2023 6:31 am

Carolina Alert: Update - Armed robbery at Corner Pantry at 830 Assembly St. on the Columbia campus. Suspect information: Light skin black male with black pants, red shirt, a green mask, a blue bag over his shoulder, white socks, and black slides. The suspect was seen heading east down College St. Members of the Carolina Community with information are encouraged to contact the USC Police Department at 803-777-4215 with any information. Safety Tips: University of South Carolina offers the free RAVE Guardian Safety App, which turns any cell phone into a personalized protection network, connecting with University Police during an emergency and giving them important information, they need instantly. The University has and encourages the use of several available shuttle services for transportation to and around campus. More information for evening and daytime shuttles can be found at Parking and Transportation Services' website. Have a plan before going out. Make sure your friends know not to leave you alone or let you leave anywhere with someone other than the friends you came with. Stay in a group as much as possible. Be aware of your surrounding and trust your instincts. If a place or situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.


Urgent Carolina Alert: Armed robbery at Corner Pantry at 830 Assembly St fled East on College towards Columbia campus.

09/15/2023 6:31 am

Urgent Carolina Alert: Armed robbery at Corner Pantry at 830 Assembly St fled East on College towards Columbia campus. Members of the Carolina Community with information are encouraged to contact the USC Police Department at 803-777-4215. Safety Tips: University of South Carolina offers the free RAVE Guardian Safety App, which turns any cell phone into a personalized protection network, connecting with University Police during an emergency and giving them important information, they need instantly. The University has and encourages the use of several available shuttle services for transportation to and around campus. More information for evening and daytime shuttles can be found at Parking and Transportation Services' website. Have a plan before going out. Make sure your friends know not to leave you alone or let you leave anywhere with someone other than the friends you came with. Stay in a group as much as possible. Be aware of your surrounding and trust your instincts. If a place or situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

09/07/2023 9:23 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

09/07/2023 9:23 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Carolina Alert: This is a TEST of the Carolina Alert Emergency Notification system. In a real emergency, this message will contain important alert information. This is only a test.

09/07/2023 6:07 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Carolina Alert: This is a TEST of the Carolina Alert Emergency Notification system. In a real emergency, this message will contain important alert information. This is only a test.

09/05/2023 1:30 pm

Carolina Alert: This is a TEST of the Carolina Alert Emergency Notification system. In a real emergency, this message will contain important alert information. This is only a test.


Carolina Alert: Tropical Storm Warning for Columbia campus until further notice

08/30/2023 10:59 pm

Carolina Alert: The University of South Carolina's Columbia campus is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. A Tropical Storm Warning is issued when sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph or higher associated with a tropical cyclone are expected in 36 hours or less. For more information about this warning from the National Weather Service, please visit https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=89456269. Please monitor www.sc.edu/CarolinaAlert, https://sc.edu/uofsc/weather/, and local media for more information and updates.


FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus

08/27/2023 8:32 pm

FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

08/26/2023 7:12 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

08/26/2023 6:32 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

08/26/2023 6:33 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

08/07/2023 7:55 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

08/07/2023 7:20 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus

08/07/2023 7:20 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus

08/06/2023 7:57 pm

FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

07/09/2023 6:56 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus until Sunday, July 09, 2023 7:30pm.


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

06/27/2023 10:47 am

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

06/26/2023 11:07 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus until Monday, June 26, 2023 11:45pm.


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

06/26/2023 11:05 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

06/11/2023 7:43 pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus


Carolina Alert: ALL CLEAR - the public safety incident at the 1400 block of Whaley St. on the Columbia campus has been resolved.

04/26/2023 11:13 am

Carolina Alert: ALL CLEAR - the public safety incident at the 1400 block of Whaley St. on the Columbia campus has been resolved. All streets have reopened.


Carolina Alert: Public safety incident at 1400 block of Whaley St. on the Columbia campus.

04/26/2023 10:38 am

Carolina Alert: Public safety incident at 1400 block of Whaley St. on the Columbia campus. Avoid the area and obey officials. Road closures are in place at the 1400 block of Whaley St. Please continue to check www.sc.edu/CarolinaAlert and local media for more information and updates.


CRIME ALERT Update

03/29/2023 9:24 am

After a thorough canvas, the suspect is not believed to be in the area. There were no reported injuries. This incident is being investigated by Columbia Police Department and the USC Police Department. Members of the Carolina Community with information are encouraged to contact the USC Police Department at 803-777-4215. Safety Tips: University of South Carolina offers the free RAVE Guardian Safety App, which turns any cell phone into a personalized protection network, connecting with University Police during an emergency and giving them important information, they need instantly. The University has and encourages the use of several available shuttle services for transportation to and around campus, such as the evening shuttle, late night shuttle, APO, and others. Have a plan before going out. Make sure your friends know not to leave you alone or let you leave anywhere with someone other than the friends you came with. Stay in a group as much as possible. Be aware of your surrounding and trust your instincts. If a place or situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. Check https://sc.edu/carolinaalert for more information.


Crime Alert: Armed Robbery

03/29/2023 9:24 am

Crime Alert for the Columbia campus: Armed Robbery at Park Place loading dock. Suspect is an older black male, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans. Last seen headed toward Palmetto Compress. Check sc.edu/CarolinaAlert for info.


FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus

03/27/2023 12:04 pm

FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Columbia campus


Update: CRIME ALERT for the University of South Carolina's Columbia campus.

03/19/2023 2:04 am

Update: CRIME ALERT for the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus. After a thorough canvas, the suspect is not believed to be in the area. There were no reported injuries. This incident is being investigated by Columbia Police Department and the USC Police Department. Members of the Carolina Community with information are encouraged to contact the USC Police Department at 777-4215. Safety Tips: University of South Carolina offers the free RAVE Guardian Safety App, which turns any cell phone into a personalized protection network, connecting with University Police during an emergency and giving them important information, they need instantly. The University has and encourages the use of several available shuttle services for transportation to and around campus, such as the evening shuttle, late night shuttle, APO, and others. Have a plan before going out. Make sure your friends know not to leave you alone or let you leave anywhere with someone other than the friends you came with. Stay in a group as much as possible. Be aware of your surrounding and trust your instincts. If a place or situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. Check htps://sc.edu/carolinaalert for more information.


CRIME ALERT for the University of South Carolina's Columbia campus.

03/19/2023 2:04 am

CRIME ALERT for the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus. Just after 0100, fight involving several parties at Park Place. Spilled outside behind the building into the roadway. Approximately 6-7 shots were fired by a black male, blue long sleeve shirt and black track pants. Suspect fled on foot north towards Greene Crossing. This incident is being investigated by the University of South Carolina Police Department. Members of the Carolina Community with information are encouraged to contact the University of South Carolina Police Department at 803-777-4215. Safety Tips: University of South Carolina offers the free RAVE Guardian Safety App, which turns any cell phone into a personalized protection network, connecting with University Police during an emergency and giving them important information they need instantly. The University has and encourages the use of several available shuttle services for transportation to and around campus, such as the evening shuttle, late night shuttle, APO, and others. Have a plan before going out. Make sure your friends know not to leave you alone or let you leave anywhere with someone other than the friends you came with. Stay in a group as much as possible. Be aware of your surrounding and trust your instincts. If a place or situation doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t. Check htps://sc.edu/carolinaalert for more information.


Carolina Alert: This is a TEST of the Carolina Alert Emergency Notification system. In a real emergency, this message will contain important alert information. This is only a test.

03/07/2023 9:33 am

Carolina Alert: This is a TEST of the Carolina Alert Emergency Notification system. In a real emergency, this message will contain important alert information. This is only a test.


Carolina Alert: All CLEAR The public safety incident at Devine St. on the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus is over. Roads are re-opened.

02/14/2023 1:46 pm

Carolina Alert: All CLEAR The public safety incident at Devine St. on the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus is over. Roads are re-opened.


Carolina Alert: There is a public safety incident at Devine St. on the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus. Please avoid the area and obey officials. Road closures are in place on Devine St. between Main St. and Assembly St. Please continue to check www.sc.edu/CarolinaAlert and local media for more information and updates.

02/14/2023 11:19 am

Carolina Alert: There is a public safety incident at Devine St. on the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus. Please avoid the area and obey officials. Road closures are in place on Devine St. between Main St. and Assembly St. Please continue to check www.sc.edu/CarolinaAlert and local media for more information and updates.


Tornado warning for Columbia Campus has expired

01/04/2023 11:39 am

The tornado warning for Columbia Campus has expired. Please monitor www.sc.edu/CarolinaAlert and local media for more information.


Carolina Alert: A TORNADO WARNING has been issued for the Columbia campus. Seek safe shelter immediately. Check sc.edu/CarolinaAlert for more info.

01/04/2023 11:39 am

Carolina Alert: A TORNADO WARNING has been issued for the Columbia campus. Seek safe shelter immediately. Check sc.edu/CarolinaAlert for more info.


Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus

01/04/2023 10:34 am

Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Columbia Campus until Wednesday, January 4, 2023 11:00am. For more information https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=78289168


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