Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 11 at 3:18PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 11, 2026 - 12:18pm
Expires:
June 11, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 317 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Sandy Run, or 12 miles southwest of McEntire Air Base, moving
southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Gaston, Congaree National Park, Sandy Run, New Zion, and Lexington
Acres Pond.
This includes Interstate 26 between mile markers 120 and 138.
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:
Lexington; Richland; Calhoun
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov