North Carolina, South Carolina Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/26/2026 15:33

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 26 at 6:33PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 26, 2026 - 3:33pm
Expires: 
August 26, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
At 633 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles south of Rutherfordton, or 8 miles northwest of Chesnee. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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... Harris, Fingerville, and Green Creek.
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: 
Greater Rutherford; Eastern Polk; Northern Spartanburg
Forcast Office: 
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov