Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/24/2026 17:02

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 24 at 8:02PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 24, 2026 - 5:02pm
Expires: 
May 24, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description: 
At 802 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line extending from near Gordon to near Tuckers Crossroad, and moving north at 20 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 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... Irwinton, Gordon, Tennille, Ivey, McIntyre, Harrison, Toomsboro, Oconee, Coopers, Hebron, Nicklesville, and Pancras.
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: 
Baldwin; Washington; Wilkinson; Johnson
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov