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Special Weather Statement issued October 11 at 6:26AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Observed Oct 11 2026, 10:26 UTC · Updated Oct 11 2026, 10:59 UTC

At 625 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles southwest of Chester, or 8 miles west of Blackstock, moving northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Chester, Richburg, Chester State Park, and Cornwell. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. 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. Conditions are favorable for development of a very brief, weak tornado. Be prepared to take immediate action if a tornado is sighted or a Tornado Warning is issued.

Location 34.702, -81.178. ARC Warning did not create the underlying report.

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  Special Weather Statement issued October 11 at 6:26AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

  Oct 11 2026, 10:26 UTC

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