Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 6:36PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 1, 2026 - 3:36pm
Expires:
June 1, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 636 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
McEntire Air Base, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
McEntire Air Base, Eastover, Gadsden, Poinsett State Park, Congaree
National Park, Hopkins, Horrel Hill, and Fort Motte.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Richland; Sumter; Calhoun
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov