Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Charleston SC
AREA: Beaufort; Coastal Colleton; Coastal Jasper
SENT: 2026-07-12T17:16:00-04:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 12 at 5:16PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

At 516 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Ladys Island, moving southeast at 15 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.

Locations impacted include…
Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Port Royal, Ladys Island, Parris
Island, Shell Point, Burton, Beaufort Marine Corps Air Station,
Fripp Island and Hilton Head Airport.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards, TV or your local news
source for the latest information from the National Weather Service.

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.

Alert Expiration: 2026-07-12T17:45:00-04:00