Weather
Carolinas Storms: Damaging Winds Possible Tuesday
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Greenville, South Carolina – Strong to severe storms could bring damaging winds and isolated flash flooding to the Carolinas from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg, a cold front moving into the region will create the potential for a few strong to severe thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon and evening.
The primary hazards are damaging winds and isolated flash flooding. The Weather Service identifies a threat window from 2 p.m. through 11 p.m., making conditions important for the afternoon and evening commute as well as outdoor activities.
The risk area shown by the Weather Service extends across much of the western Carolinas, including Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson and Rock Hill in South Carolina and Asheville, Hickory and Charlotte in North Carolina. The agency's map places much of the region within a marginal severe weather risk.
Residents should have a reliable way to receive weather warnings through Tuesday evening. Drivers should also be prepared for rapidly changing conditions where thunderstorms produce heavy rainfall. Never attempt to drive through a flooded roadway.
People with outdoor plans should pay particular attention to thunderstorm development after 2 p.m. Damaging winds can bring down tree limbs and create localized travel or power problems.
The severe thunderstorm threat continues through 11 p.m. Tuesday as the cold front moves through the region. Residents should monitor National Weather Service warnings and local conditions throughout the afternoon and evening.
