Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 2:21PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 29, 2026 - 11:21am
Expires:
May 29, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 221 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Aldora, or over
Barnesville, moving northeast at 10 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...
Barnesville, Milner, Orchard Hill, Aldora, Redbone, Liberty Hill,
Goggins, Piedmont, Johnstonville, and Chappel Mill.
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:
Lamar
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov