Headline:
Tornado Warning issued March 16 at 7:58AM EDT until March 16 at 8:15AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 16, 2026 - 4:58am
Expires:
March 16, 2026 - 5:15am
Description:
At 758 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Payne City, or over Macon, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Macon, Payne, Payne City, Cross Keys, Wesleyan, Postell,
Griswoldville, and Franklinton.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description:
Bibb, GA; Jones, GA
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov