Tropical Storm — Lexington, South Carolina

Event narrative (NOAA)

Many trees and power lines down. Some roads closed and sections of the county lost power. Falling trees caused damage to structures primarily in the western half of the county. At least 44 homes sustained some level of damage including 3 destroyed and 18 with major damage. An NWS storm survey estimated that maximum wind gusts were likely 70-80 mph based on the extent of damage. Maximum wind speed measured at the Columbia Metro Airport (KCAE) was 38 knots sustained (44 mph) with a maximum gust of 58 knots (67 mph). Minimum pressure of 989.7 mb was also measured at KCAE. Areas of flooding observed with generally between 4 to 6 inches of rain observed through the county, although maximum CoCoRaHS observation measured 6.94 inches in Pine Ridge.

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