Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 1:14PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 10:14am
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
At 114 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Drayton, or 8 miles
west of Vienna, moving east at 10 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...
Cordele, Vienna, Drayton, and Richwood.
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:
Dooly; Crisp
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov