Georgia Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/17/2026 16:02

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 7:02PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 4:02pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description: 
At 702 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Donovan, or near Wrightsville, moving north at 15 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... Wrightsville, Tennille, Harrison, Riddleville, Donovan, New Home, and Pringle.
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: 
Washington; Johnson
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov