Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 4:47PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 1:47pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 447 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles south of Metter, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Reidsville, Metter, Claxton, Hagan, Portal, Collins, Cobbtown,
Pulaski, Register and Daisy.
This includes I-16 between mile markers 96 and 125.
Instruction:
Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards, TV or your local news
source for the latest information from the National Weather Service.
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:
Jenkins; Candler; Bulloch; Tattnall; Evans; Inland Bryan
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov