Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 24 at 2:04PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 24, 2026 - 11:04am
Expires:
August 24, 2026 - 11:30am
Description:
At 204 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
McIntosh, moving east at 10 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...
Hinesville, McIntosh, Midway, Riceboro, Flemington, Dorchester,
Limerick, Fleming, Screven Fork and Seabrook.
This includes I-95 in Georgia between mile markers 73 and 86.
Instruction:
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:
Inland Bryan; Inland Liberty
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov