Georgia Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/17/2026 13:14

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 4:14PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 1:14pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 414 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line extending from Dudley to near Minter. These storms were nearly stationary. 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... Dublin, Dudley, and Harlow.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Laurens
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov