• Arctic air has brought prolonged cold to South Carolina during MLK week, with daytime temperatures struggling to reach the 50s°F.
• The coldest period is expected midweek, with temperatures forecasted to be 10 to 15 degrees below average for January, and wind chill values potentially in the teens.
• Residents are advised to take precautions against the cold, including dressing in layers, protecting vulnerable populations, and preventing frozen pipes.