Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 1 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 1, 2026 - 1:45pm
Expires:
April 1, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 445 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Sanford, or 9 miles
northeast of Georgetown. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Lumpkin, Omaha, Sanford, Florence Marina State Park, and Providence
Canyon State Park.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Stewart
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov