Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 27 at 7:02PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 4:02pm
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 702 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Brick Store, or 8 miles
east of Covington. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...40 to 50 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...
Social Circle, Rutledge, Newborn, Mansfield, and Brick Store.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Walton; Newton; Morgan; Jasper
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov