Greenville, SC – Western South Carolina is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 PM tonight as a line of intense thunderstorms moves eastward across the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) Storm Prediction Center has issued the watch due to the potential for hazardous weather.
The NWS reports that the primary risks include scattered damaging wind gusts of up to 70 mph and isolated instances of large hail, with diameters possibly reaching 1.5 inches. The affected area spans roughly 40 miles north and south of a line extending from Anniston, AL, to Anderson, SC.
Residents in Western South Carolina are urged to be on the lookout for severe weather conditions and to take precautions as needed. A severe thunderstorm watch signifies that the atmosphere is conducive to the development of severe storms, which may include damaging winds, large hail, and even tornadoes. It is essential to stay informed through local news and weather updates and to be prepared to seek shelter if severe weather warnings are issued throughout the evening.
