Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/21/2026 01:37

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 4:37AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 21, 2026 - 1:37am
Expires: 
August 21, 2026 - 2:00am
Description: 
At 437 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Homer, moving east at 20 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... Commerce, Homer, Maysville, Apple Valley, Pinefield Crossroads, Hollingsworth, and Banks Crossing.
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: 
Banks; Jackson
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov