Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 26 at 8:56PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 26, 2026 - 5:56pm
Expires:
August 26, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 855 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11
miles west of Lenoir, or 6 miles northeast of Table Rock, moving
northeast at 15 mph.
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.
Locations impacted include...
Edgemont and Collettsville.
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; Greater Caldwell; Burke Mountains; Greater Burke
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov