Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 2:36PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 11:36am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 235 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles west of York, or near Smyrna, moving east at 20 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...
York, Clover, Hickory Grove, Smyrna, Kings Mountain State Park, and
Bethany.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
the Piedmont of North Carolina...and Upstate South Carolina.
Area Description:
York
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov