Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 12 at 9:43AM EDT until March 12 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 12, 2026 - 6:43am
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
At 943 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 7 miles west of Red Bank, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Batesburg-Leesville, Gilbert, Summit, Camp Kinard, South Shore
Marina, Fredonia, Hollow Creek Public Park, Siesta Cove Marina, and
Murray.
This includes Interstate 20 in South Carolina between mile markers 44
and 48.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a
vehicle, move to an interior room or closet on the lowest floor of a
sturdy building immediately.
Area Description:
Lexington, SC
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC
Sender: