Georgia, North Carolina Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/01/2026 10:45

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 1 at 1:45PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 1, 2026 - 10:45am
Expires: 
July 1, 2026 - 11:15am
Description: 
At 144 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles southeast of Franklin, or 5 miles northwest of Highlands, moving southwest at 10 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... Dillard, Sky Valley, Scaly Mountain, Otto, Rainbow Springs, and Cullasaja.
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: 
Rabun; Macon
Forcast Office: 
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC