Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 27 at 3:28AM EDT until September 27 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 27, 2024 - 12:28am
Expires:
September 27, 2024 - 1:00am
Description:
At 328 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 5 miles south of Bennetts Point, moving north at 70 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.
Locations impacted include...
Bennetts Point, Ashepoo, Green Pond, White Hall, Wiggins, Chisolm
Point, Coosaw Island, Fenwick, Sams Point and Eddings Point.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built
building away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home,
or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect
yourself from flying debris.
Tornadoes are difficult to observe at night. Take cover now!
Tornadoes from tropical storms or hurricanes can form and move very
quickly. TAKE COVER IMMEDIATELY! If you wait until you hear a
tornado, it could be too late. Take action now to protect yourself.
Area Description:
Beaufort, SC; Colleton, SC
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC