Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 6:10PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 3:10pm
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 609 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles southwest of Gaston, or 17 miles south of Red Bank, moving east
at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Swansea, North, and Woodford.
This includes Interstate 26 between mile markers 130 and 131.
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:
Lexington; Aiken; Calhoun; Northwestern Orangeburg
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov