The National Weather Service warns of severe weather including huge hail and strong gusts in Anderson, Spartanburg, and Greenville.
Meteorologist Rodney Hinson of the National Weather Service offices in Greenville and Spartanburg said there is an 80% probability of showers and thunderstorms for Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson this afternoon.
According to Hinson, hail could be an inch or a quarter of an inch north of I-85, and wind gusts could reach 58 mph or more.
The National Weather Service has increased the threat level from level one to level two due to the atmospheric instability near Anderson, Spartanburg, and Greenville.
According to Hinson, these storms are anticipated to be better organized, which implies that they may intensify and hold their intensity as they pass over the region.
“An upper disturbance in the atmosphere is contributing to the development of these severe weather conditions,” Hison stated. “As rising warm, moist air cools and condenses, leading to clouds and thunderstorms that may produce large hail and damaging winds for the region.”
Hinson stated on May 9 that there is a 50% probability of precipitation in the area, with isolated thunderstorms and scattered showers.
“The likelihood of hail is lower than on the previous days,” Hinson stated. “Conditions are expected to improve over the weekend.”
Residents should anticipate dry weather with minimal weather disruptions on May 10.
According to Hinson, the likelihood of precipitation is only 30%.
According to Hinson, a modest change in the weather pattern is anticipated on May 11.
with a 40% increase in the likelihood of rain.
How to handle a storm
“If you hear thunder, it’s crucial to seek shelter immediately by getting inside a building and waiting for the storm to pass,” Hinson stated.
Hinson suggested bringing pets inside or closely monitoring those who must stay outside due to the potential for huge hail and destructive winds.
