Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 25 at 6:19PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 25, 2026 - 3:19pm
Expires:
July 25, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 619 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Abbottsford, or 7 miles
west of LaGrange, 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...
LaGrange, Piedmont Heights, Cannonville, Big Springs, Jones
Crossroads, Baughs Crossroads, State Line Park, Abbottsford, Smiths
Crossroad, Whitesville-Pine Lake, and Long Cane.
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:
Troup; Harris
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov