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60 MPH Winds, Hail Threaten NC Counties
1 Jul
Summary
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Buncombe, Henderson, Transylvania.
- Threats include 60 mph winds and hail up to one inch in size.
- Residents advised to move to interior rooms for safety.
The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg issued a severe thunderstorm warning on Tuesday, June 30, at 6:55 p.m. EDT. This warning is in effect for parts of Buncombe, Henderson, and Transylvania counties in western North Carolina until 8 p.m. EDT. The storm was located approximately 8 miles south of Downtown Asheville and was moving southwest at 15 mph.
Meteorologists are warning of significant hazards, including wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail the size of a quarter, which can cause minor damage to vehicles. There is also a risk of wind damage to trees and power lines. Residents in the affected areas, including Biltmore Forest, Bent Creek, and Mills River, are advised to seek shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection. The NWS also reminds the public that lightning can travel miles from a storm, and hearing thunder indicates proximity to a dangerous strike.
