Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 28 at 3:38PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 28, 2026 - 12:38pm
Expires:
August 28, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 338 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles northeast of Forest City, or 8 miles west of Casar, moving
southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Belwood, Lawndale, Polkville, Ellenboro, Lattimore, Mooresboro,
Casar, Kingstown, South Mountains State Park, and Sunshine.
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:
Cleveland; Greater Burke; Greater Rutherford
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov