{"id":1525,"date":"2026-06-14T23:37:03","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T23:37:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1525"},"modified":"2026-06-14T23:37:03","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T23:37:03","slug":"prepare-for-strong-thunderstorms-in-oconee-mountains-sunday-evening-says-the-nws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1525","title":{"rendered":"Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Oconee Mountains Sunday evening, says the NWS"},"content":{"rendered":"<article><!-- --><!-- --><!-- WPS-5038 -- removed the script from WPS and added the placeholder for trinity player --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- CONTENT --><!--[--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><i>The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom. Read more on our AI policy here.<\/i><\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1523\">UPDATE: Weather alert for Allendale County early Sunday evening<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC issued a report at 7:15 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms until 8 p.m. for Oconee Mountains.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;At 7:15 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 9 miles southeast of Hiawassee, or 5 miles west of Lake Burton, moving east at 45 mph,&#8221; explains the NWS. &#8220;Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Locations impacted by the alert include Clayton, Highlands, Mountain City, Tiger, Dillard, Sky Valley, Tallulah Falls, Lake Rabun, Lake Burton and Lakemont.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1521\">UPDATE: Severe thunderstorm warning expected to expire at 5 p.m.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The NWS adds, &#8220;If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>This alert is in effect until 8 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h3>Actions to take when lightning threat is imminent<\/h3>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Lightning hits the United States approximately 25 million times annually. The majority of these strikes happen during the summer, causing around 20 fatalities each year, according to the NWS. The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead. This risk decreases as the storm moves away.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Here are tips on how to stay safe during a thunderstorm:<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To reduce the chance of being struck by lightning, when venturing outside, have a plan to get to a safer area.<\/li>\n<li>If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.<\/li>\n<li>Once indoors, avoid touching corded phones, electrical equipment, plumbing, and windows and doors.<\/li>\n<li>Wait for 30 minutes after the most recent lightning or thunder before venturing outside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>If finding indoor shelter is not an option:<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid open fields, the top of a hill, or a ridge top.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects. If in a forest, stay close to lower trees.<\/li>\n<li>If you are with a group, fan out to stop the current from transmitting between members.<\/li>\n<li>If you are camping in an open setting, set up camp in a valley, ravine, or other low spot. Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.<\/li>\n<li>Do not approach water, wet objects, or metal items. Although water and metal do not attract lightning, they conduct electricity effectively.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h3>What to do in the rain on the road? <\/h3>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Turn on headlights &#8211; Even in daylight, using headlights can help improve visibility and let other drivers know where you are.<\/li>\n<li>While on the road &#8211; Opt for the middle lanes and remain on higher ground. Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.<\/li>\n<li>Keep clear of puddles &#8211; Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control<\/li>\n<li>Give ample space to large vehicles &#8211; Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.<\/li>\n<li>Steer clear of flooded areas &#8211; When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back. Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways. Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle&#8217;s mechanical and electrical systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>What is hydroplaning?<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle&#8217;s weight can push water out of the way. The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control. Hydroplaning is most commonly attributed to three factors:<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1519\">Trump ties spy powers extension to controversial voter ID bill<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Vehicle speed &#8211; When a vehicle&#8217;s speed increases, the tire-traction grip and ability to control the vehicle decreases. Drive at a reduced speed during wet weather.<\/li>\n<li>Water depth &#8211; The deeper the water, the sooner a vehicle loses traction on the road. It doesn&#8217;t matter how deep the water is, even a thin layer can lead to hydroplaning.<\/li>\n<li>Tire tread depth &#8211; Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>In the event of your vehicle hydroplaning, here&#8217;s what to know:<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ease off the accelerator &#8211; Step off the gas to slow down the vehicle until the tires find traction.<\/li>\n<li>Turn into the skid &#8211; Turning into the skid can help the vehicle&#8217;s tires realign to regain control.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure the tires reconnect with the road &#8211; During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.<\/li>\n<li>Brake gently as needed &#8211; Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Source: <b>The National Weather Service<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><i>United Robots South Carolina<\/i><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--]--><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC issued a report at 7:15 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms until 8 p.m. for Oconee Mountains.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1524,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1525","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-weather-news"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - 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