South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster lifted the State of Emergency Monday that was declared ahead of Tropical Storm Imelda after the storm's forecast track shifted away from the South Carolina coast.

"With Tropical Storm Imelda turning away from our coast over the weekend, I have lifted the State of Emergency as Team South Carolina returns to normal operations," said Governor Henry McMaster. "We will continue to monitor this storm, but we are fortunate to have avoided its worst impacts. Hurricane season is still upon us, and we will remain ready to respond to any storm that may threaten our state."

According to forecasters with the National Hurricane Center, Tropical Storm Imelda is located near the central Bahamas. It is expected to stay offshore from the state but could still bring impac

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