Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2026 - 4:15pm
Expires:
September 18, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 715 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles north of Columbus, or near Lake Lure, moving south at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Lake Lure, Chimney Rock Village, Chimney Rock State Park, Lake Adger,
and Mill Spring.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Rutherford Mountains; Greater Rutherford; Polk Mountains; Eastern Polk
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov