Power Outage in Lexington, SC

Winds, associated with an apparent Mesoscale Convective Vortex (MCV), uprooted 6 to 10 trees near Langford Rd near Lake Murray, according to a public report. One of the trees fell on a power line. Time estimated.

A National Weather Service survey team confirmed an EF-0 tornado with peak winds|of 80 mph that tracked across western Lexington County, southeast of Gilbert. The|tornado began just west of Liberty Hill Road then crossed Calks Ferry Road, before|dissipating near Nazareth Road. Over the 1.4 mile track, the tornado produced sporadic|damage, snapping and uprooting multiple pine trees and downing power lines along Calks|Ferry Road.

Power lines were downed onto a roadway at Two Notch Rd and Davis Hite Pl around 0530 EST (0630 EDT). A tree was leaning on a power line, and blocking the road, along Azalea St near Harmon St in Lexington at 1310 EST (1410 EDT). Total rainfall amounts of around 1 to 2 inches were observed. The highest observed peak wind gusts in the county were 38 mph at Columbia Metropolitan Airport at 1808 EST (1908 EDT) and 38 mph at the RCWINDS site on Lake Murray Dam at an unknown time.

Power company reported numerous trees fell on power lines between Gilbert and Leesville resulting in approximately 3000 outages.

Social media reports with photos of downed power lines and trees along C Avenue into Triangle City in West Columbia. Traffic lights damaged along D Avenue at Charleston Hwy. Power pole down at Platts Spring Road and Hwy 1.

Lexington Co Emergency Manager reported a power line down on Harmon St and Laurel St. Time estimated.

Lexington Co Emergency Manager reported a power line down at the intersection of Barr Rd and Wildlife Rd. Time estimated.

Trees and power lines were downed near the intersection of Woodlake Circle and Lakemont Dr.

Trees and power lines were downed near Mellow Woods Ln and Pine Meadow Dr.

A tree was downed on a power line on Heimatsweg Rd at Old Lexington Hwy.

A tree was downed on a power line, and was across the roadway, on Old Forge Rd near Willow Cove Rd.

Tree and power lines down at Wattling Rd and Delree St. Time estimated.

The final touchdown occurred near Lexington Middle School near the intersection of Dreher St and Harmon St. A large hardwood tree snapped and took down a power line. A small hardwood tree was snapped about 30 feet off the ground. There were several large limbs that came down on a power line along Harmon St. Portions of a wooden fence were blown over behind a home along Dreher St.

Public and trained spotter reported downed trees and power lines near US Hwy 378 and Leaphart Rd. Time estimated.

Winds associated with Tropical Storm Michael downed several trees, and some power lines, throughout the county. Locations of downed trees and/or power lines included: the intersection of SC Hwy 391 and SC Hwy 23 in Batesburg, Cromer Rd at Oak Dr and also Jessamine Rd near Oak Grove, near the towns of South Congaree and Pine Ridge, and near Wire Rd and Two Notch Rd east of Gilbert. A report received via social media indicated that a tree fell on a house on Quail Hollow Lane near St. Andrews. The highest measured wind gust in Lexington County was 46 MPH at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport at 0718 EST (0818 EDT) on October 11.

Large branches were downed, damaging approximately 20 feet of a chain link fence, and also causing a brief power outage, about 2 miles NNE of Lexington.

A large tree was downed on a power line along Bentwood Rd near Leesville.

A tree was downed on a power line in the Woodland Hills area along Bush River Rd.

A tree was downed, also taking down power lines, on Kingsbridge Rd.

Reports received, via social media, of numerous trees downed, split in half, or uprooted, including some trees down on power lines, in Pine Ridge and vicinity, including Arborgate subdivision.

Video, relayed via social media, taken from US Hwy 321 near Athens School Rd showed a flipped irrigation system, broken power pole, and a tractor trailer flipped on to its side. Time estimated.

The tornado began near Two Notch Rd near Hayes Crossing Rd. The tornado continued on a N to NNE path for approximately 3.0 miles, crossing Semm Sease Rd, Wire Rd,|Isiah Hall Rd, Crosby Rd, Austin McCartha Dr, then dissipating near the intersection of Windy Rd and Walter Taylor Rd. Numerous trees were snapped or uprooted along the path. This also includes small and large limbs downed. A few power lines were snapped along the path. The most destructive area was where the tornado moved through a group of 7 chicken houses along Semm Sease Rd. It was at this location that the tornado reached its maximum strength and path width. Several structures, vehicles |and two campers were damaged along the path. Peak winds were estimated to be 120 mph.

SC Highway Patrol reported power lines down on Koon St and Monticello St.

Trees and power lines downed at Mineral Springs Rd at Oak Dr. Time estimated.

Trees down on power lines on Railroad Ave in Lexington.

Power pole snapped with lines and transformers down in a parking lot of a fast food restaurant along Sunset Blvd in Lexington.

Trees and power lines were downed at Buff St and Sunset Blvd (US Hwy 378) in West Columbia.

SC Highway Patrol reported power lines down on Kneece Mill Rd.

SCDOT reported 60 state and county roads were closed by downed trees and power lines especially in the Lexington, Swansea and South Congaree communities. One structure was damaged by a fallen tree in the Woodcreek Subdivision. SCE&G reported at time of highest winds 45,000 county customers were without power.

SCE&G reported 539 outages due to limbs and trees on power lines in the Swansea and Gaston areas.

NWS Storm Survey confirmed microburst with 70 mph wind. Vehickle trailer blown over, power lines down, wind damage to tractor trailer truck hoods. Damage to an out building with roof blown off.

Trees down on power lines near exit 44 along I-20 south of Summit.

Highway Patrol reported power lines down across Crystal Lake Drive.

Dispatch reported trees and powerlines down on Calvary Church Road.

Public reported broken utility poles, downed powerlines, and uprooted trees.

DOT and public reported 2 to 6 inches of snow over western Lexington county with the heaviest amounts centered around Gilbert. Several trees were taken down which also took down a few power lines.

SC DOT reported trees down at Brodie Road and South Lee Street, and at Hwy 178 and SC 245 just south of Batesburg-Leesville. Some trees were also on powerlines.

Sheriff reported power lines down on Lakeview lane.

A major Winter Storm produced 1/4 to 1/2 inch of ice and 2 to 4 inches of snow and sleet across the northern two thirds of Lexington County. Around 1/2 to 3/4 inches of and 1 to 3 inches of snow and sleet fell across the extreme southern areas of the county. Some trees and powerlines came down causing outages in several areas.

SCE&G reported several trees and powerlines down along the south shore of Lake Murray.

SCE&G reported several trees and powerlines down along the south shore of Lake Murray.

Highway Patrol reported powerlines down at the intersection of St. Peters Church road and Hwy 378.

Highway Patrol reported power lines down at the intersection of Cedarcrest Road and Two Notch Road.

County Dispatch reported powerlines down near Shirway Road along with a couple of house fires due to lightning strikes.

County Dispatch reported power lines down in the town of Lexington along with a couple of house fires caused by lightning strikes.

Sheriff reported several trees and powerlines down around Lexington.

Sheriff reported powerlines down in the roadway along Pond Branch and Caulks Ferry roads.

Public reported pontoon boats damaged, trees down, and a sea wall damaged along Power Point Lane at Lake Murray.

EM reported snow accumulations of 3 to 7 inches with the heaviest amounts in the north portion of the county. Freezing rain followed the snow with ice accumulations of 1/4 inch. A few power outages were reported.

Sheriff reported powerlines down at the intersection of Old Orangeburg road and Bluefield road.

An EF2 with max winds of 125mph touched down near Ridge Road and continued northeast to Lake Murray. Around 40 homes had some form of damage with numerous trees and powerlines down. Several vehicles were also damaged and there was one minor injury. One horse was killed when a portion of a barn collapsed.

An EF2 with max winds of 125mph touched down near Ridge Road and continued northeast to Lake Murray. Around 40 homes had some form of damage with numerous trees and powerlines down. Several vehicles were also damaged and there was one minor injury. One horse was killed when a portion of a barn collapsed.

Sheriff reported powerlines down near Beechwood and Old Cherokee roads.

EOC reported several trees and powerlines down around the county. Some homes had minor damage, especially near Lake Murray.

Emergency Manager and Broadcast media outlets reported trees and powerlines down in several areas of the county. Trees fell on homes in Chapin and several docks and boats were damaged or destroyed.

Sheriff and NWS employee reported trees and powerlines down with power outages.

Sheriff and NWS employee reported trees and powerlines down with power outages.

Supercell continued into Lexington county taking down numerous trees and powerlines. One mobile home was severely damaged and farm irrigation equipment was rolled and twisted. Several other mobile homes had minor to moderate damage.

Supercell continued into Lexington county taking down numerous trees and powerlines. One mobile home was severely damaged and farm irrigation equipment was rolled and twisted. Several other mobile homes had minor to moderate damage.

A microburst developed right over the airport and produced wind gusts to 75 mph. Utility poles and powerlines were down, moderated to severe damage occured to several hangers, and several trees were down around the airport.

NWS employee reported a couple of trees and powerlines down off Mallard Lakes road.

Sheriff reported trees and powerlines down countywide.

SKYWARN spotters reported power outages in Lexington and a few trees down in the Swansea area.

SCE&G reported trees and powerlines down.

Minor ice storm produced 1/4 inch of freezing rain on trees, powerlines, and other outdoor structures.

Sheriff reported large limbs and powerlines down in Springdale.

Fire dept. reported powerlines down and a large highway sign down on I-26 near St. Andrews.

Four to 7 inches of snow fell over Lexington county taking down some trees and powerlines.

Sheriff reported trees and powerlines down in the Lexington area.

Dept. of Public Safety reported trees down on powerlines in the Pineridge area.

Fire Dept. reported trees and powerlines down.

Electric company reported small trees and powerlines down in south Lexington area.

A few isolated thunderstorms produced some strong winds taking down trees and powerlines.

Scattered thunderstorms developed over the central South Carolina and produced some wind damage taking down some trees and power lines.

Several multicell thunderstorm complexes produced wind damage taking down trees and powerlines in the Midlands.

Pulse storms developed over much of the Midlands producing damaging winds and large hail. Many trees were taken down in some areas along with powerlines. Golfballs size hail was observed in several locations.