Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 5:53PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 25, 2026 - 2:53pm
Expires:
May 25, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 553 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Ficklin, or near
Washington, 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...
Washington, Rayle, Ficklin, Newtown, Lundberg, Celeste, and Sandy
Cross.
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:
Wilkes; Taliaferro
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov