Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/31/2026 17:05

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 8:05PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 31, 2026 - 5:05pm
Expires: 
May 31, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description: 
At 804 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Higdon, or near Trenton, moving southeast 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... Trenton, Stephensville, Rising Fawn, Cloudland Canyon State Park, Cooper Heights, and New England.
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: 
Dade; Walker
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov