Værmelding for Sumter Calvary Church

Heat Advisory issued June 26 at 1:03PM EDT until June 26 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Columbia SC* WHAT...Heat index values between 105 and 110 F.* WHERE...A portion of central South Carolina.* WHEN...Until 7 PM EDT this evening.* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heatillnesses.Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out ofthe sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Carinteriors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loosefitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morningor evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion andheat stroke.

National Weather Service

Special Weather Statement issued June 26 at 3:15PM EDT by NWS Columbia SCAt 315 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm nearAlcolu, or 8 miles south of South Sumter, moving east at 5 mph.HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.SOURCE...Radar indicated.IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow aroundunsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects ispossible.Locations impacted include...Alcolu, Paxville, Brogdon, Privateer, and Lakewood.This includes Interstate 95 between mile markers 120 and 127.If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

National Weather Service