Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 26 at 5:50PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 26, 2026 - 2:50pm
Expires:
May 26, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 550 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Houston Lake, or near
Perry, moving north at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Up to 40 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, Warner Robins, Centerville, Byron, Robins AFB, Robins Air
Force Base, Sand Bed, Bullard, Houston Lake, Elberta, Middle Georgia
Regional Airport, Bonaire, 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:
Bibb; Twiggs; Peach; Houston
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov