Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/17/2026 15:48
At 648 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from Marble to near Nottely Dam to Blue Ridge, and moving
southeast at 25 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...
Blue Ridge, Hiawassee, Blairsville, Young Harris, Morganton, Suches,
Gumlog, Loving, Jones Creek, Woods Hole Shelter, Pisgah, Mineral