Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 6:46PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 3:46pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 646 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong
thunderstorms extending from over Sycamore to 11 miles northwest of
Shirley, moving southeast at 10 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...
Allendale, Hampton, Lake Warren State Park, Estill, Fairfax,
Brunson, Gifford, Sycamore, Luray and Ulmer.
Instruction:
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:
Allendale; Hampton
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov