Widespread pulse severe thunderstorms formed within a weak area of convergence across central South Carolina as the area remained positioned between an approaching shortwave and offshore ridge. Elevated instability, an inverted V sounding at low levels, and dry air aloft yielded an enhanced downburst and hail risk. Pulse convection produced severe winds and numerous hail reports across the area including a downburst in West Columbia.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEXINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 14:17:00 to 03-MAY-22 14:23:00 (EST-5)
Location: KATHWOOD
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Public

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.

Thunderstorm Wind in NEWBERRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 14:57:00 to 03-MAY-22 14:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: STOCKMAN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Public reported a chicken coop was blown over on Minick Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind in NEWBERRY, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 15:03:00 to 03-MAY-22 15:04:00 (EST-5)
Location: PROSPERITY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Newberry dispatch reported a tree down on a powerline on Eureka street.

Thunderstorm Wind in KERSHAW, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 15:07:00 to 03-MAY-22 15:12:00 (EST-5)
Location: CAMDEN
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Kershaw Hwy maintenance reported a large tree blocked the road on Pitts Street at Lloyd Street. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 16:53:00 to 03-MAY-22 16:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: CYPRESS XRDS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Department of Highways reported a tree down along I-20 near the Lee-Darlington County border. Also reported dime size hail and cars at a standstill due to heavy rain.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 17:05:00 to 03-MAY-22 17:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: POCALLA SPGS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Utility Company

Report of trees down on a powerline along old Manning Road near Highway 15.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 17:25:00 to 03-MAY-22 17:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: MC BRIDE CORNERS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Utility Company

Report of trees down on powerlines near the intersection of Eastern School Road and Hwy 378.

Hail in FAIRFIELD, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 15:30:00 to 03-MAY-22 15:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: SALEM XRDS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Public

Hail to the size of quarters reported near the Dollar General at Hwy 215 and Hwy 34.

Hail in LANCASTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 15:58:00 to 03-MAY-22 15:59:00 (EST-5)
Location: ADAMS XRDS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Nickel and quarter sized hail occurring on Taxahaw Road at Hwy 522.

Thunderstorm Wind in FAIRFIELD, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 15:30:00 to 03-MAY-22 15:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: SALEM XRDS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Public reported trees down across the road on Hwy 215.

Thunderstorm Wind in RICHLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 15:50:00 to 03-MAY-22 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GADSDEN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Trees were reported downed at the Congaree National Park. One at the entrance road to the park and another on the boardwalk from the visitors center.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 16:07:00 to 03-MAY-22 16:12:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALCOT
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Department of Highways reported a tree down along Lee State Park Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 16:25:00 to 03-MAY-22 16:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: ST CHARLES
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Department of Highways

Department of Highways reported a tree down along Raccoon Road near Hwy 401.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 16:43:00 to 03-MAY-22 16:43:00 (EST-5)
Location: ASHWOOD
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Lee County dispatch reported a tree across the road on Raccoon Road at Childrens Lane. Time estimated by radar.

Hail in AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 17:01:00 to 03-MAY-22 17:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: FOXTOWN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Viewer report with photo of quarter sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 17:34:00 to 03-MAY-22 17:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHILOH
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Reported by: Law Enforcement

SC Highway Patrol reported trees down on Trinity Road at Pleasant Grove Road. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 17:11:00 to 03-MAY-22 17:16:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAYESVILLE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Public reported through social media that a couple of pecan trees were downed, two irrigation pivot systems overturned, damage to a roll up door, and a lot of wheat flattened near the Town of Mayesville.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, SOUTH CAROLINA
From 03-MAY-22 17:19:00 to 03-MAY-22 17:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: TINDAL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Utility Company

Report of trees down on a powerline near the intersection of Wrangler Trail and Geddings Road.