Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 8:48PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 18, 2026 - 5:48pm
Expires:
September 18, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 847 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Clemson, moving southwest at 10 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...
Clemson, Seneca, Central, Pendleton, Norris, Lake Hartwell, and Sandy
Springs.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Anderson; Greater Oconee; Greater Pickens
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov