Severe Storms Threaten South Carolina with Tornadoes and Hail
Severe Storms Threaten South Carolina with Tornadoes and Hail
US · Published Mar 16, 2026
Severe storms are expected in South Carolina on Monday morning, bringing damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and large hail.
The highest tornado risk is in Cherokee, Union, and Laurens counties between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM with wind gusts up to 70 mph.
Residents should stay informed, have a safety plan, and secure loose objects. Avoiding travel during the peak of the storm is also advised.
Severe storms expected to hit South Carolina
South Carolina is bracing for severe storms on Monday morning, with the primary threats being damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and large hail. The storms are expected to begin in western communities between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM and then move eastward, impacting areas like Asheville, Hendersonville, Greenville, and Spartanburg between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM. The highest risk for tornadoes is concentrated in Cherokee, Union, and Laurens counties from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, with potential wind gusts reaching 60 to 70 mph.
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