Schools closed Tuesday due to severe weather concerns

POLK COUNTY—Due to the anticipated severe weather on Tuesday, all schools in Polk County will be closed for the day. Spartanburg County schools will have an e-learning day only, and announced all school and athletic events scheduled for tomorrow are canceled. The forecast predicts heavy rains and strong winds in our area on Tuesday morning, with the possibility of up to six inches of rain over a 12-hour period and wind gusts ranging from 40 to 60 mph. Given the saturated ground and windy conditions, there is a high potential...