Imani Polly
Imani Polly is a digital content producer at South Carolina ETV and Public Radio, where she creates engaging weather content for social media. She earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism and mass communications from the University of South Carolina and is pursuing her masters in Mass Communications.
Stories
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SC's heat index soars. What you need to know
July 09, 2026Statewide, the heat index is reaching dangerously high levels. In some areas, it might feel like 115 degrees. -
Saharan dust: The secret behind a slow hurricane season
July 08, 2026Hurricane season is off to a slower start than usual. One reason is a massive plume of Saharan dust traveling thousands of miles from North Africa across the Atlantic Ocean. -
Know the difference before it's too late. Heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke
July 04, 2026Hot summer temperatures can be dangerous. Heat illness occurs when the body is exposed to abnormally hot temperatures and/or humidity. Avoiding hot and moist air, prolonged outdoor activity, and intense physical exertion will support your wellness during periods of extremely... -
What you need to know about the heat index
July 04, 2026It's normal for it to feel hotter than the recorded temperature. That's because the heat index combines air temperature and humidity.