Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 25 at 6:19PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 25, 2026 - 3:19pm
Expires:
May 25, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 619 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from near Hard Labor Creek State Park to near Greshamville
to near Phoenix, and moving northeast at 25 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...
Eatonton, Madison, Greensboro, Watkinsville, Rutledge, North High
Shoals, Bostwick, Bishop, Buckhead, Harmony, Wrayswood, Hard Labor
Creek State Park, Greshamville, Rock Eagle 4-H Center, Parks Mill,
Carey, Swords, Penfield, Farmington, and Apalachee.
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:
Oconee; Morgan; Greene; Putnam
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov