Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/31/2026 11:52

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 2:52PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 31, 2026 - 11:52am
Expires: 
May 31, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description: 
At 252 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Warwick, or 12 miles southwest of Cordele, moving east at 20 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... Arabi and Hatley.
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: 
Crisp
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov