Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 1:18PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 10:18am
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 10:45am
Description:
At 117 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles east of Blowing Rock, or near Darby, moving east at 10 mph.
Other strong storms may move off the Blue Ridge and out across
Caldwell County through 2 PM.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of north central
Caldwell County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Caldwell Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov