Statewide Tornado Drill planned for Wednesday

The National Weather Service conducts a statewide tornado drill in South Carolina on Wednesday, March 11 as part of its Severe Weather Preparedness Week. The weather service asks schools, businesses and families to participate in the drill planned for 9am on March 11. The weather service says the drill is being broadcast over the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration radio station and its emergency alert system. They suggest participants develop a severe weather plan and practice seeking shelter as if a tornado were heading their way.