Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/25/2026 13:13

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 4:13PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 25, 2026 - 1:13pm
Expires: 
May 25, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 413 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line extending from near Henderson to Browndale to near Ocmulgee Banks, and moving northeast at 35 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... Perry, Cochran, Hawkinsville, Unadilla, Browndale, Hayneville, Meadowdale, Houston Lake, Mobley Crossing, Elko, Mock Springs, Baileys Park, Grove Park, Royal, Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area, Moss Oak, Paulk, Pulaski State Prison, Porter, and Kathleen.
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: 
Twiggs; Houston; Bleckley; Dooly; Pulaski
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov