Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/29/2026 15:16

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 6:16PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 29, 2026 - 3:16pm
Expires: 
May 29, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description: 
At 616 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Vinings, or near Atlanta. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas. Locations impacted include... Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Vinings, Bolton, Mableton, and Chastain Memorial Park.
Instruction: 
Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description: 
Cobb; North Fulton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov