Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 5:52PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 3, 2026 - 2:52pm
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 552 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles east of Spruce Pine, or near Linville Falls, moving northwest
at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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...
Crossnore, Linville Falls, the B.R. Parkway from Linville Falls To
Grandfather, Ingalls, Altamont, Pineola, Ashford, and Jonas Ridge.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Avery; Burke Mountains; McDowell Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender: