Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 1:27PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 10:27am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
At 127 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 12
miles south of Spartanburg, or 4 miles east of Woodruff, moving
northeast at 20 mph.
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...
Woodruff, Moore, Croft State Park, Roebuck, and Pauline.
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:
Union; Southern Spartanburg
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov