Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 7:21PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 4:21pm
Expires:
May 17, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 721 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from near Jack Brown Estates to Lee Pope to near Nakomis,
and 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...
Fort Valley, Roberta, Byron, Reynolds, Lake Tobesofkee, Nakomis, Jack
Brown Estates, Knoxville, Lizella, Powerville, Lee Pope, Sandy Point,
and Horns.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Taylor; Crawford; Bibb; Macon; Peach
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov