Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 1:56PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 29, 2026 - 10:56am
Expires:
May 29, 2026 - 11:30am
Description:
At 155 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Middle Georgia Regional
Airport, or 7 miles south of Macon, moving northeast at 15 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...
Macon, Warner Robins, Centerville, Cross Keys, Skipperton, Rutland,
Elberta, Franklinton, Middle Georgia Regional Airport, and Huber.
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; Houston
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov