Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 1:27PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 10:27am
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
At 126 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles south of Hendersonville, or 5 miles south of Flat Rock, moving
east 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...
Columbus, Flat Rock, Tryon, Saluda, Tigerville, Dupont State Forest,
Tuxedo, North Saluda Reservoir, Glassy Mountain, and Crab Creek.
Instruction:
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:
Henderson; Polk Mountains; Eastern Polk; Greenville Mountains; Central Greenville
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov