Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 10:52AM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 7:52am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 8:15am
Description:
At 1051 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
St. Matthews, or 13 miles north of Brookdale, moving northeast at 30
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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...
McEntire Air Base, St. Matthews, Eastover, Gadsden, Poinsett State
Park, Congaree National Park, Fort Motte, and Wedgewood.
This includes Interstate 26 between mile markers 134 and 140.
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:
Richland; Sumter; Calhoun; Central Orangeburg
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov