Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 1:05PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 10:05am
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 10:45am
Description:
At 104 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Ideal, or 9 miles south
of Butler, moving southeast at 5 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...
Butler, Marshallville, Ideal, Whitewater State Park, Rupert, Charing,
Garden Valley, Bartlett, Hicks, and Potterville.
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:
Taylor; Schley; Macon
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov