I used to live in SC and have been texting friends that live in Charleston and Myrtle Beach. There is a ninety mile section of I95 in SC which is completely closed because of flooding. That is a huge deal.

I just heard from my cousin who was driving up for a visit from FL and they had to turn around...they couldn't get through SC due to flooding. That's not good.

I friend of mine was flying down to the South Carolina coast (I don't remember the name of the city or area) yesterday for a week holiday. We have tried to contact them to no avail so have no idea where they are, I just hope that they, and everyone else, are safe.

We are very fortunate we were spared the worst of it as the storm centered only around specific areas, but I have a lot of students who went home who will not be able to return to school tomorrow. I've already heard from one who said her family is OK because they live at the top of a hill. We had heavy rains Friday evening and overnight, but it stopped mid-morning and then shifted south. I think our rainfall was maybe 2.5 inches when it could have been 6-10. I-95 was closed as well were sections of I-77 and I-20.

I live on Johns Island, 15 minutes from downtown Charleston. Charleston is basically 'closed for business'. It is bad here, really bad, but worse up near Columbia, 2 hours west. And Georgetown, which is between Charleston and Myrtle Beach. Our street is closed due to flooding, some of my neighbors have 4+ inches of water in their homes. So far, we do not, and am thankful we still have power. Expecting a lot more rain tonight.

Lots of pictures on the news of cars and trucks submerged and /or floating in the flood waters downtown. I really cannot understand the mindset of someone trying to drive through rushing water that is up to the door handles or hoods of the vehicles.

No we haven't. I have only lived in this neighborhood 2 years, but we were all told we did not need flood insurance because we are not in a flood zone. You can bet we will get it now!! Our, newer, section has water standing, but not in the homes yet. DH thinks there might be a drainage problem in the front area. a lot of the flooding is from a weather front that was in place before Hurricane Joaquin made appearance.

And to top that, we just a week ago experienced an EF2 tornado on our island. 2 miles from my house. People still cleaning up from that. Tornadoes are a rarity here.

But, I still love the lowcountry!!

Thank you for asking Cindy!

We have just had heavy rains in my area and are fine. Thank you!

Jenna - we love John's Island!! We vacation frequently in the Charleston area and are familiar with all the islands near there. Am I correct in remembering John's has that nice campground?

My sister and her husband have a second home in Mt. Pleasant. The flooding in the area is unreal! We've had several days of rain here, but the sun was out today! Hoping you see it soon.

Tina, there is a nice campground at Hwy 17 and Main Rd, but it is not exactly on Johns Is. Very close tho. DH says he thinks there is also one down near Kiawah Island. have you been to Angel Oak?? Well worth seeing!

I think the one on Hwy 17 must be the one I am thinking of. Parents of friends of ours camp there frequently. Oh yes, we have seen Angel Oak many times! I didn't realize there was camping on Kiawah, we have stayed there - love it and Seabrook. Seabrook is where we have stayed most in recent years, renting a villa from a couple that live in NJ. However (and sadly for us), they sold it!! Heard from my sister that Mt. Pleasant had over 24 inches of rain in 4 days. TWENTY-FOUR INCHES!!! Amazing. This morning on Today, they were broadcasting from Columbia, SC who was also hit very hard. Lots of road closings and they are talking of moving people from two hospitals there. Many are without water and some without power.

Tina, there may NOT be camping area near Kiawah. DH not sure. Tell your friend's parents to try the Angel Oak restaurant next time they are here. It is on 17, opposite side of road from campground, just south of it. . Go through light at Main Rd and 17, go down about 1/2 mile...then have to make u-turn to head back north on 17. Small place, easy to miss. Definitely worth looking for!! Oh, and Wild Olive and Fat Hen restaurants on Johns Is.! Great food! (We can walk to Wild Olive from our house. Well, today i guess i should say 'swim').

Our street is still barricaded this morning. Just heard some residents moved the police barricades to get out this morning. Water is receding, but still up past wheelwells. We are retired, and not risking ruining my SUV.. Neighbor measured almost 19 inches, on Hwy 17S towards campground....23 inches. Yes, Mt Pleasant hit really hard. I hope your sister didn't get any water damage.

We are pretty isolated, going stir crazy. Haha

over 24 inches of rain in 4 days

Yikes! Did anyone build an ark???

Thanks Jenna for the recommendations. I will tell my friends and also my sister. They have not been over to Mt. Pleasant in 2-3 weeks, so not sure if they have someone who can check on their place or not.