Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 3:52PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 12:52pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 352 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Zaidee, or near
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, Vidalia, Oak Park, Zaidee, Gillis Springs, and Normantown.
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:
Emanuel; Treutlen; Montgomery; Toombs
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov