Georgia Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/17/2026 16:15
At 715 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Oconee Springs Park, or
11 miles west of Sparta, moving north at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Phoenix, Reynolds at Lake Oconee, Liberty, Rockville, Devereux,
Shoulderbone, and Oconee Springs Park.