Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/25/2026 13:57

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 4:57PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 25, 2026 - 1:57pm
Expires: 
May 25, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 457 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line extending from near Rebie to near Royal, 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... Goldsboro, Rebie, and Cary.
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: 
Bleckley; Laurens
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov