South Carolina coroner reports 2 hypothermia deaths from winter storm
Columbia, South Carolina (Fox News) — South Carolina confirms second death from winter storm, with more extreme weather expected
Key Facts:
- An 83-year-old woman died of hypothermia in Lexington County during the recent winter storm.
- President Donald Trump approved federal emergency disaster declaration for South Carolina.
- Several states across the country are bracing for another round of winter weather.
South Carolina Confirms Second Death
The South Carolina Department of Public Health confirmed a second death from the recent winter storm as the state prepares for more severe weather. An 83-year-old woman died of hypothermia in Lexington County, following the death of a 96-year-old woman in Greenwood County.
Trump Approves Emergency Declaration
President Trump approved South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster’s federal emergency disaster declaration request, providing federal aid to the state. Trump also issued emergency declaration approvals for several other states affected by the winter storm.
More Winter Weather Expected
States from the Carolinas through the Northeast are preparing for another round of winter weather. Massachusetts and Cape Cod are expected to receive nearly half a foot of snow and 70 mph winds on Sunday.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
