Severe thunderstorm warning extended for Horry, marine warning put into effect for Strand

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for northeastern Horry County.

The warning is in effect until 7 p.m. for the following areas: Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach Airport, Springmaid Pier, North Myrtle Beach Airport, Wampee, Forestbrook and Cherry Grove Beach.

At 6:05 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was tracked over Myrtle Beach moving northeast at 15 mph, the NWS reports. Gusts up to 60 mph and hail are possible with minor damage to vehicles and damage to power lines and trees also possible, the weather service said.

The NWS advises you to move to an interior room on the first floor of your building.

The National Weather Service also issued a marine warning Friday evening for coastal waters from Little River to Murrells Inlet out 20 nautical miles. A severe thunderstorm was spotted over Myrtle Beach moving northeast at 15 knots, the NWS reports.

The warning is in effect until 7 p.m.

Wind gusts could hit 35 knots, small crafts could be damaged in briefly higher winds and suddenly higher waves, and large hail could resort in structural damage, according to the NWS.

The weather service advises vessels to move to a safe harbor

This story was originally published May 31, 2019 at 5:27 PM.