Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 5:32PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 2:32pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 532 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Mulberry, or near Sumter, moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch 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...
Sumter, South Sumter, Mulberry, Sumter County Airport, Millwood,
Oswego, East Sumter, Brogdon, Lakewood, and Privateer.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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:
Lee; Sumter
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov