Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 26 at 6:43PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 26, 2025 - 3:43pm
Expires:
April 26, 2025 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 643 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles southeast of Saint Stephen, moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Saint Stephen, Bonneau, Jamestown, Bonneau Beach, Northern Lake
Moultrie, Calestown, Beufordtown, Farewell Corner, Bethera and
Alvin.
Instruction:
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.
If on or near Lake Moultrie, get out of the water and move indoors
or inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles
from the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not
be caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
Inland Berkeley
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC