The American Red Cross, Columbia Region is hosting disaster training classes at 2751 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201 in preparation of Hurricane Irene making landfall on the East Coast this weekend.

Some strong storms moved through the Midlands Sunday evening as a cold front pushed its way across the state.

There were heavy downpours, lightning, and gusty winds. But the storms also produced this rainbow over Irmo.

This picture was sent in by WIS News 10 Assistant News Director Chris Swope.

Parents are always looking for ways to beat the heat with their children, especially with temperatures reaching more than 100 degrees Saturday.

Some Midlands parents were trying to find ways to keep their kids cool and healthy at the same time. "It is hot out here," said mom Rachel Baker, "It's really hot..smoking."

If you were outside for any period of time Saturday, you know exactly she means. "Trying to do, find something inside with the kids," Baker said.