News Summary
Severe thunderstorms are currently affecting Greenville and Spartanburg counties in South Carolina. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail as large as one inch. Residents in affected areas are advised to seek shelter and stay indoors as the storm intensifies, with heavy rainfall and the potential for tornadoes expected in the evening. Stay alert, keep your vehicles secured, and prepare for possible power outages.
Severe Thunderstorms Slam Greenville and Spartanburg Counties, SC
Attention, folks in Greenville and Spartanburg counties! You might want to grab your umbrellas and find a cozy spot indoors because the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued some serious warnings. As of 5:49 p.m. on Saturday, strong thunderstorms were rolling into our neck of the woods, and they mean business!
What’s Brewing in the Sky?
With winds gusting up to a staggering 60 mph, the thunderstorms could get wild, and not in a good way. Just imagine it—good ol’ Mother Nature unleashing a bit of chaos with penny-sized hail (that’s about 0.75 inches, if you’re wondering). Doppler radar was spotting these heavy clouds just 7 miles east of downtown Greenville, moving southeast at a leisurely pace of 10 mph. But don’t let that speed fool you; these storms are no picnic!
Where’s the Action?
The storm alert is affecting several areas, including Reidville, Simpsonville, Five Forks, Greenville Eastside, Mauldin, GSP Airport, Taylors, Greenville Downtown, and Greer. If you live in or near these places, it’s probably best to stay inside for a while.
Don’t Be Caught Off Guard!
As these storms approach, the gusty winds could take down tree limbs and send unsecured objects flying—think lawn chairs, flower pots, and anything else that’s not nailed down! Minor hail damage to vehicles is also a possibility, so if you have a car parked outside, you might want to move it back into the garage.
The News Gets Grimmer
Brace Yourselves!
Residents of Fountain Inn, Woodruff, Simpsonville, Five Forks, and Mauldin are advised to keep an eye on their surroundings. The expected impacts include wind damage to trees and potential problems for power lines, so stay alert! Lightning can also be a significant hazard, with about 25 million strikes occurring across the United States yearly, leading to an average of 20 fatalities, particularly during stormy summer months.
Stay Safe!
If you’re outside when the storms hit, it’s a great idea to seek shelter immediately. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of your building if you can. Remember, hydroplaning, which happens when a vehicle glides uncontrollably on wet roads, can get particularly tricky during these storms as the rain starts to pour.
What’s Next?
As the evening unfolds, we are expecting more significant storm activity between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. The weather service has warned us to watch for damaging wind gusts, large hail, and even the potential for tornadoes. As daunting as it sounds, some reassuring news awaits in the forecast: a clearing trend is expected soon with temperatures climbing back to a pleasant near 80 degrees early next week.
So hang in there, stay safe, and keep that weather app handy. We’ll get through this stormy weather together!
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Additional Resources
- WYFF4: Severe Weather Timing
- Greenville Online: Tornadoes Possible
- Fox Carolina: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Island Packet: Weather News
- Google Search: Severe Weather
