Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 12 at 8:51AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 12, 2026 - 5:51am
Expires:
October 12, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
Strong wind gusts are occurring this morning on the downwind side
of the Blue Ridge, from near Grandfather Mountain in North
Carolina, southwest along the Escarpment to near Bearwallow
Mountain in North Carolina, and even into far northeast Georgia,
including Clayton. Gusts of 35 to 50 mph may briefly
occur downwind of ridges through late morning. The winds have
brought down a few downed trees and power lines in some cases.
Take extra caution if out and about this morning, especially if
driving under tall trees or if you are in a high-profile vehicle
like a truck.
Area Description:
Rabun; Habersham; Avery; Yancey; Mitchell; Buncombe; Macon; Southern Jackson; Transylvania; Henderson; Caldwell Mountains; Burke Mountains; McDowell Mountains; Rutherford Mountains; Polk Mountains; Oconee Mountains; Pickens Mountains; Greenville Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov