Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 6:13PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 3:13pm
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 612 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Gadsden, or near McEntire Air Base, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Sumter, McEntire Air Base, Shaw Air Base, Eastover, Congaree National
Park, Hopkins, Oakland, Gadsden, Poinsett State Park, Horrel Hill,
Dinkins Mill, Fort Motte, Wedgewood, and Stateburg.
This includes the following highways...
Interstate 26 between mile markers 132 and 134.
Interstate 77 near mile marker 7.
Instruction:
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:
Richland; Sumter; Calhoun
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender: