Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 9 at 8:14PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 9, 2026 - 5:14pm
Expires:
June 9, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 814 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Kingston, or 11 miles
west of Cartersville, moving northeast at 5 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...
Cartersville, Adairsville, Euharlee, Emerson, Kingston, Taylorsville,
Cassville, and Stilesboro.
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:
Floyd; Bartow
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov