EASTOVER, S.C. — Authorities are assuring the public that the sound of explosive booming noises heard through the weekend possibly aren't a reason for concern.
The United States Army National Guard first announced on Thursday that training involving the 218th Regional Training Institute and the 1-178 Field Artillery, South Carolina National Guard will be underway until Sunday.
During this time officials said that soldiers will be conducting their training with the South Carolina National Guard at McCrady Training Center near Eastover. As such, "loud booms" in the area are expected during this time.
The advice from at least one Army National Guard spokesperson: "Don't panic."