Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 4:08PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 1:08pm
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 408 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Branchville, or 12 miles west of Saint George, moving east 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...
Branchville and Bowman.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 26 between mile markers 163 and 169.
Interstate 95 between mile markers 85 and 87.
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:
Bamberg; Southeastern Orangeburg
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov