Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 4:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 1:00pm
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 400 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4
miles northeast of Taylorsville, moving east at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Statesville, Taylorsville, Stony Point, Love Valley, Hiddenite, Olin,
Vashti, Millersville, Union Grove, and Scotts.
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:
Alexander; Iredell
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov