Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 6:20PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 3:20pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 620 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Rockledge, or 9 miles
northwest of Soperton, moving southeast 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...
Soperton, Lothair, Orland, Rockledge, Orianna, Lowery, Barnhill, and
Minter.
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:
Laurens; Treutlen
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov