Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 8:22AM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 5:22am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 5:45am
Description:
At 822 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles northwest of Summerton, or 13 miles west of Manning, moving
northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea 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...
Sumter, Alcolu, Pinewood, Paxville, Rimini, Brogdon, Low Falls
Landing, Lakewood, Privateer, and Cane Savannah.
This includes Interstate 95 between mile markers 119 and 125.
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:
Sumter; Calhoun; Clarendon
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov