Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 7:22PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 29, 2026 - 4:22pm
Expires:
May 29, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 722 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Montezuma, or near
Oglethorpe, moving northeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. If you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by
lightning. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding
especially in poor drainage areas.
Locations impacted include...
Oglethorpe, Montezuma, Ideal, Whitewater State Park, Clearview,
Fountainville, Garden Valley, Winchester, and Bartlett.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Electrical
appliances should not be used unless in an emergency. Motorists
should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Macon
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov