Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 28 at 11:02PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 8:02pm
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 8:45pm
Description:
At 1102 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from near Rocky Face to Talona. These storms were nearly
stationary.
HAZARD...40 to 50 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...
Dalton, Chatsworth, Ellijay, Varnell, Eton, Tunnel Hill, East
Ellijay, Carters, Talona, Tails Creek, Ramhurst, Rocky Face,
Cartecay, Dawnville, Mountaintown, Fort Mountain State Park, North
Georgia Speedway, and Roundtop.
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.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 100 AM EDT for
north central and northwestern Georgia.
Area Description:
Whitfield; Murray; Gilmer
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov