In Grovetown, there was extensive damage off Robinson Avenue, near the fire department…that’s where the top of a tree snapped off and fell to the ground. A tree also fell into power lines at the corner of Pippin Street and Barbara Street. Another tree blocked Barbara Street completely,  after it fell into a transformer. WJBF News Channel 6’s Jennie Montgomery spoke to residents at the scene.

WJBF News Channel 6 has received reports of large trees being downed in Edgefield County. We have also received reports of large hail in Johnston, South Carolina. We are awaiting word on if there is any damage in Saluda County. Let us know if you see or receive storm damage. Strong weather will continue to move through the CSRA Friday night, and should clear up by Saturday morning.

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Gasoline prices across Georgia have fallen below the $2 a gallon mark. AAA said prices at the pumps have tumbled more than a dollar in the past month.