Drought Status Update The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, pursuant to Section 49-23-10, et seq., Code of Laws of South Carolina, 1976, has issued a moderate drought declaration for Abbeville, Anderson, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens, Lexington, McCormick, Newberry, Richland, Saluda, and Union Counties. All other counties maintain severe drought status. For more information, call (803) 734-9568. IPL0348830 Jun 13 2026