Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 1:15pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 415 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Mayday, or 8 miles northwest of Statenville, moving southeast at 10
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Valdosta, Remerton, I-75 At Exit 22, and Naylor.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Lowndes; Lanier
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov