Thunderstorm Wind — Darlington, South Carolina

2023-08-15 · near Mechanicsville, Darlington, South Carolina

Event narrative

Tree snapped approximately 10 feet above base blocking South Charleston Road near intersection with Pocket Road east of Darlington, SC. Other large trees uprooted near same location. Approximate time provided by reporter.

Wider weather episode

Abundant amount of instability ahead of an approaching cold front led to strong thunderstorms.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1131358. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.