UPDATE: The current severe thunderstorm warning will expire at 1:15 p.m.

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The warning was issued for Lexington and Richland counties.

"The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm," adds the NWS Columbia SC.

The warning is in effect until 1:15 p.m.

Source: The National Weather Service

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This story was originally published July 6, 2026 at 12:35 PM.