News Summary
Residents in Anderson and surrounding areas are warned of severe thunderstorms expected to bring hail, strong winds, and localized flooding. The National Weather Service issued a warning as storms approach, highlighting potential hazards for those in affected regions. Safety tips emphasize staying indoors during the storm. The likelihood of additional storms persists into the following days, with a forecast of scattered showers and varying chances of thunderstorms.
Severe Thunderstorms Hit Upstate South Carolina and Northeast Georgia
Anderson is bracing for some rather stormy weather as the clock ticked towards 9:34 p.m. on July 18, 2025. The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a strong thunderstorm warning that extends until 10:15 p.m. for residents in both Anderson and Abbeville counties. The pressure is rising, and it looks like Mother Nature is ready to put on a show!
What to Expect
As everyone prepares for the night, they’re told to expect pea-sized hail, measuring about 0.25 inches, along with winds gusting up to a whopping 40 mph. According to Doppler radar, these storms were spotted approximately 15 miles northwest of Abbeville, near the beautiful Lake Secession. This storm is rolling in quickly, moving northeast at about 30 mph. Give or take a few minutes, it’ll be in your area before you know it!
Hazards Lurk in the Shadows
Residents living in areas including Due West, Iva, Lake Secession, Starr, Lowndesville, Russell State Park, Lake Russell, Belton, Antreville, and Nuberg are facing potential hazards. Gusty winds could snap tree limbs or send unsecured objects flying. And let’s not forget about the potential for minor hail damage to outdoor items. Secure your lawn furniture or anything else that could end up on your neighbor’s roof!
Plus, accompany all that wind and hail with some torrential downpours, which means **localized flooding** could be on the horizon. It’s really important for residents to remember: do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways. If you can’t see the road beneath the water, it’s best to find a different route.
Lightning and Safety Tips
Did you know that the U.S. experiences about 25 million lightning strikes each year, primarily during the summer months? While lightning can be a spectacular sight, it comes with its own sets of dangers, claiming about 20 lives annually. So, as you huddle indoors, make sure you’re safe.
During thunderstorm events like this, if you don’t have a sturdy shelter available, find a safe interior space away from windows. Pushing for safety is key as nature decides to unleash its fury!
Future Forecasts – What’s Next?
On a wider scale, looking at the forecast beyond tonight, the chance of showers and additional thunderstorms across Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson remains quite high at about 80%. Conditions are ripe for strong winds and the possibility of larger hail. This severe storm threat is marking its territory between 6 p.m. and midnight, and those winds might just gust to an astonishing 58 mph or even higher!
Hail stones could grow to about an inch, making this a situation to watch closely. As explained by meteorological experts, the chaotic weather is being stoked by an upper atmospheric disturbance. So hold onto your hats – and your umbrellas!
The Calm After the Storm
After tonight’s anticipated chaos, the forecast dries up a bit with an expected decrease in rain chances to a more manageable 40%. However, there’s still a lingering 70% chance of leftover thunderstorms, with isolated storms possibly continuing a bit past midnight.
As we move into future days, scattered showers and occasional thunderstorms will continue popping up, but the probabilities for significant hail should taper off. With that in mind, don’t let your guard down until the skies clear completely!
So, Anderson folks, put on your favorite cozy socks and maybe enjoy a good movie tonight at home while keeping an ear out for any weather updates. Stay safe and dry!
Deeper Dive: News & Info About This Topic
HERE Resources
Severe Thunderstorm Alert Issued for Marlboro and Dillon Counties
Bluffton’s Stormy Day: Thunderstorms Challenge Local Firefighters
St. Louis Plunged into Chaos: Severe Thunderstorms Create Havoc
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for Spartanburg and Cherokee
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Hit South Carolina
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Hit Berkeley County
Severe Thunderstorm Alert for Southern Lancaster and Surrounding Areas
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for South Carolina Residents
Beaufort County Faces Thunderstorm Warnings Until Late Afternoon
Charleston Braces for Severe Thunderstorms
Additional Resources
- Independent Mail: Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Anderson County
- Wikipedia: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Island Packet: Thunderstorm Update
- Google Search: Thunderstorm Warnings South Carolina
- Greenville Online: Upstate Forecast
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Thunderstorm
- ABC7 Chicago: Chicago Weather Forecast
- Google News: South Carolina Weather
Author: STAFF HERE HILTON HEAD
The HILTON HEAD STAFF WRITER represents the experienced team at HEREHiltonHead.com, your go-to source for actionable local news and information in Hilton Head Island, Beaufort County, and beyond. Specializing in "news you can use," we cover essential topics like product reviews for personal and business needs, local business directories, politics, real estate trends, neighborhood insights, and state news affecting the area—with deep expertise drawn from years of dedicated reporting and strong community input, including local press releases and business updates. We deliver top reporting on high-value events such as the RBC Heritage golf tournament, Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival, and the Gullah Celebration. Our coverage extends to key organizations like the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce and Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, plus leading businesses in tourism and hospitality that power the local economy such as Sea Pines Resort and Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. As part of the broader HERE network, including HEREAiken.com, HEREBeaufort.com, HEREChapin.com, HERECharleston.com, HEREClinton.com, HEREColumbia.com, HEREGeorgetown.com, HEREGreenwood.com, HEREGreenville.com, HEREHiltonHead.com, HEREIrmo.com, HEREMyrtleBeach.com, HERENewberry.com, HERERockHill.com, and HERESpartanburg.com, we provide comprehensive, credible insights into South Carolina's dynamic landscape.
Mays Contracting
