Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 7:41PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 4:41pm
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 741 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles northwest of Gastonia, or near Bessemer City. This storm was
nearly stationary.
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...
Lincolnton, Cherryville, Bessemer City, Waco, Kings Mountain, and
Crouse.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Cleveland; Lincoln; Gaston
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov