Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 2:40PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 11:40am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 240 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Eastman, moving
southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Eastman, Chauncey, Union, Jay Bird Springs, Godwinsville, and Five
Points.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Dodge
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov