Langley, SC, September 19, 2025

News Summary

An EF1 tornado struck Langley, SC, causing significant damage to the Langley Fire Department and impacting areas in Aiken County. With 42 customers affected by power outages and several road closures due to fallen trees and flooding, the community is rallying together to recover. Thankfully, injuries were minimal, and families are safe despite property loss. The aftermath shows partly cloudy skies and a chance of rain, contrasting the earlier devastation.

Langley, SC Hit by EF1 Tornado, Causing Damage and Power Outages

The National Weather Service confirmed that an EF1 tornado struck Langley, SC, early Monday morning at approximately 3:26 a.m. The tornado primarily caused damage to the Langley Fire Department building and impacted surrounding areas in Aiken County.

Significant damage was reported at the fire department’s building on Augusta Road, with destroyed bay doors and scattered carports. The fire pump was extensively damaged, and access to one fire engine was compromised due to a collapsed door. As a precaution, Augusta Road at Dunba Street was closed but reopened around 5:15 p.m. Meanwhile, New Holland Road and Farmfield Road were also closed, with no updates available on their status.

In Aiken city, flooding led to the closure of Price Avenue between Whiskey Road and Two Notch Road. Residents were urged to avoid driving due to downed power lines and fallen trees. Across Aiken County, deputies began to clear multiple trees that had fallen as a result of the storm.

Power outages affected at least 42 customers in Langley as reported by Dominion Energy, with residents expressing concern about their transportation needs. One resident noted a tree narrowly missed their home, although it did crush their car, which was crucial for their family of seven. Despite the damage, the community was relieved that injuries were minimal and all families were accounted for.

The tornado prompted significant disruption in daily life and impacted multiple neighborhoods. The Aiken County Coroner’s Office is also investigating a separate death of a Graniteville man related to an accident from April.

Following the tornado, the weather conditions showed partly cloudy skies with a slight chance of rain, with expected highs around 89°F and lows around 64°F, providing a stark contrast to the earlier devastation.

Damage Report Overview

• Tornado Classification: EF1
• Time of Occurrence: 3:26 a.m. on Monday
• Main Damage Location: Langley Fire Department on Augusta Road
• Power Outages: 42 customers in Langley affected
• Road Closures: Augusta Road at Dunba Street (reopened), New Holland Road and Farmfield Road (closed), Price Avenue in Aiken (closed due to flooding)

Impact on Community

The tornado not only caused structural damage to public facilities but also disrupted the daily lives of residents, prompting feelings of gratitude among locals for their safety despite property loss. As emergency crews continue to assess and address the aftermath, community resilience remains evident as families come together during this time of recovery.

Weather Following Tornado

• Condition: Partly cloudy with a slight chance of rain
• High Temperature: 89°F
• Low Temperature: 64°F

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Additional Resources

• WRDW: Tornado Brings Damage Chaos to Aiken County
• Weather.com: Aiken, SC Weather
• WFXG: Severe Weather Prompts E-Learning for Schools
• Wikipedia: Tornado
• The National Desk: Possible Tornado Touches Down in Langley

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