Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 7:57PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 4:57pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 757 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Smoaks, moving east at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Smoaks, Williams, Springtown, Cat Hole, Smyly and Old Saint George.
This includes I-95 in South Carolina between mile markers 63 and 76.
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:
Inland Colleton; Dorchester
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov