Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 27 at 6:55PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 3:55pm
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 655 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Aiken, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Aiken, Aiken Mall, Williston, New Ellenton, Citizens Park, Aiken
Municipal Airport, USC Aiken, Graniteville, Gloverville, Elko,
Windsor, and Hopeland Gardens.
This includes Interstate 20 in South Carolina between mile markers 18
and 22.
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:
Aiken; Barnwell
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov