Headline:
Tornado Warning issued September 27 at 3:42AM EDT until September 27 at 4:30AM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 27, 2024 - 12:42am
Expires:
September 27, 2024 - 1:30am
Description:
TORCHS
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a
* Tornado Warning for portions of...
Charleston County in southeastern South Carolina...
* Until 430 AM EDT.
* At 342 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a
tornado was located 7 miles southeast of Kiawah Island, 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...
North Charleston, Johns Island, West Ashley, James Island,
Hollywood, Folly Beach, Ravenel, Kiawah Island, Meggett and
Maybank Bridge.
This includes I-526 between mile markers 11 and 15...and
near mile marker 17.
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 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:
Charleston, SC
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC