Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 19 at 5:46AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 19, 2026 - 2:46am
Expires:
June 19, 2026 - 3:15am
Description:
At 546 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Cordele, moving east at
50 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...
Cordele, Abbeville, Rochelle, Pitts, East Crisp, Richwood, Cedar
Creek, Antioch Church, Pope City, Seville, Hatley, Pleasant View,
Tremont, Wenona, and Owensboro.
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:
Dooly; Crisp; Wilcox
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov