Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 29 at 12:57AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 9:57pm
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
At 1257 AM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from Campbellton to near Fincherville, and moving south at
25 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...
Atlanta, Griffin, McDonough, Fayetteville, Jackson, Jonesboro, City
of South Fulton, Peachtree City, East Point, Stockbridge, Union City,
Forest Park, Riverdale, College Park, Fairburn, Hampton, Tyrone,
Morrow, Lovejoy, and Hapeville.
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:
South Fulton; Rockdale; Newton; Coweta; Fayette; Clayton; Spalding; Henry; Butts; Jasper
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov