Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 2:24PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 11:24am
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 224 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 5
miles southwest of Carnesville, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel 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...
Carnesville, Royston, Reed Creek, Lavonia, Gumlog, Canon, Franklin
Springs, Bowersville, Martin, and Avalon.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Stephens; Franklin; Hart
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender: