Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 4:57PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 1:57pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 457 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Springdale. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and penny 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...
Longtown, Ridgeway, and Smallwood.
This includes Interstate 77 between mile markers 33 and 34.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Fairfield; Kershaw; Richland
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender: