Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 2 at 7:32PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 2, 2026 - 4:32pm
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 732 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 10 miles southeast of Toccoa to 7 miles east of
Carnesville. Movement was west at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Carnesville, Toccoa, Victoria Bryant State Park, Franklin Springs,
Eastanolee, and Boydville.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms 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:
Stephens; Franklin
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender: