Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 7 at 2:32AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 11:32pm
Expires:
May 7, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
At 232 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Charles, or 7 miles
northwest of Lumpkin, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and
heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary
street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.
Locations impacted include...
Lumpkin, Richland, Seminole, Omaha, Charles, Westville, Church Hill,
Brooklyn, Renfroe, Louvale, and Providence Canyon State Park.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists
should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Chattahoochee; Marion; Stewart; Webster
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov