Strong storms are heading to the Upstate, the National Weather Service says, and tornadoes could spin out of them. The weather service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Anderson, Greenville and Spartanburg counties,

Much of the Pee Dee is under a severe drought. Heavy rains with such dry soil could produce flooding more easily as it is tougher for the water to drain. So although the rain is welcomed, too much in a short time makes it extra dangerous.