Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 2 at 12:25AM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 1, 2026 - 9:25pm
Expires:
June 1, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 1224 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Williston, or near Barnwell, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
Barnwell, Williston, Blackville, Barnwell State Park, Hilda,
Snelling, Olar, Kline, Elko, and Barnwell County Airport.
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:
Aiken; Barnwell; Bamberg
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov