Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 24 at 8:22PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2024 - 5:22pm
Expires:
September 24, 2024 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 822 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles northwest of Walhalla, or near Oconee State Park, moving east
at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Oconee State Park, Pine Mountain, and Mountain Rest.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Rabun; Oconee Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC