Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 26 at 7:46PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 26, 2026 - 4:46pm
Expires:
May 26, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 746 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Beulah, or 9 miles east
of Milledgeville, moving northeast at 30 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...
Milledgeville, Deepstep, Linton, Devereux, Beulah, and Underwood.
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:
Hancock; Baldwin; Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov