Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 2:58PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 11:58am
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 257 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles northwest of Pickens, or near Jocassee Gorges, moving east at 5
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...
Table Rock State Park, Jocassee Gorges, Lake Jocassee, Gorges State
Park, Sunset, Sassafras Mountain, and Rocky Bottom.
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:
Transylvania; Pickens Mountains; Greenville Mountains; Greater Pickens
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov