A Flood Warning remains in effect for Downtown Charleston, West Ashley, Johns Island and James Island until midnight tonight. Multiple roads are closed due to standing water, and additional closures are likely around tonight’s 9 p.m. high tide, which may exacerbate flooding even if rainfall has paused.
Residents are urged to avoid the peninsula area and postpone non-essential travel citywide until conditions improve on Sunday. Never drive through floodwaters. Driving into flooded roadways, ignoring closures or going around barricades is illegal under City ordinance. The Charleston Police Department will issue citations.
Free storm parking (expanded and extended)
To assist residents during ongoing flooding, the City is offering free parking at the following garages:
• 99 West Edge Garage (99 West Edge St.)
• Charleston Tech Center Garage (997 Morrison Dr.)
• Queen Street Garage (93 Queen St.)
Key details:
• Free parking began: 1 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22
• Vehicles must exit by (extended): 12 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24
• Cars only — no boats, trailers or golf carts
• Pull a ticket when entering
• Attendants will be on-site to assist at exit
• If no attendant is present, press the black assistance button or call the number on the call box
• Let them know you parked due to flooding and provide your name and address
Important: Vehicles parked before 1 p.m. Friday or left after 12 p.m. Sunday will be charged regular rates.
Road closures & real-time updates
Use the City’s TideEye website to monitor water levels and closures: https://gis.charleston-sc.gov/tideeye/. Additional closures are possible around the 9 p.m. high tide.
City preparations
• Mobile pumps are in place at several locations.
• Barricades have been staged near more than 60 flood-prone locations across the city.
• The Charleston Fire Department has three high-water vehicles and boat team in service.
Safety reminders
• Turn around, don’t drown. Never drive through standing water.
• Do not drive around barricades; it endangers you and first responders and creates wakes that can damage property.
• Stay weather-aware and consult official forecasts before traveling.
• For real-time updates, follow the City of Charleston on social media and visit charleston-sc.gov.