Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 3:04PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 12:04pm
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 303 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southeast of Blowing Rock, or 6 miles southwest of Darby,
moving east at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Lenoir, Cedar Rock, Patterson, and Kings Creek.
Instruction:
This storm 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:
Caldwell Mountains; Greater Caldwell
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov