Thunderstorm Wind — Lexington, South Carolina

2025-06-17 · near Arthur, Lexington, South Carolina

Event narrative

Spotter estimated 50-60 mph winds near Mineral Springs Road. Radar suggests a downburst in this area.

Wider weather episode

Scattered strong to severe storms developed over central GA and moved northeastward into a favorable and very unstable environment characterized by CAPE in excess of 3000 J/kg with precipitable water values around 2 inches. Storms grew upscale and developed a strong cold pool and resulted in damaging wind gusts across the Midlands.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1259003. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.