Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 9:43AM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 6:43am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
At 943 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles north of Denmark, moving northeast at 15 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...
Orangeburg, Edisto Gardens, Springfield, Neeses, Norway, Cordova,
Livingston, Cope, and Edisto.
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:
Barnwell; Bamberg; Northwestern Orangeburg; Central Orangeburg
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov