Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 10:47PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 7:47pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description:
At 1047 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Siloam, or near
Greensboro, moving southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...40 mph wind 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...
Greensboro, Sparta, Crawfordville, Union Point, White Plains, Siloam,
Springfield, Powelton, Veazey, Robinson, Mayfield, and Culverton.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should
slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Greene; Taliaferro; Hancock; Warren
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov