Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 5, 2026 - 12:45pm
Expires:
July 5, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 345 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near South Sumter to 6 miles east of Manning.
Movement was northeast 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 damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Manning, South Sumter, Alcolu, Turbeville, Paxville, Gable, Brogdon,
Lakewood, Privateer, Shiloh, and East Sumter.
This includes Interstate 95 between mile markers 116 and 139.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Sumter; Clarendon
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender: