Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 3:03PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 12:03pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 12:30pm
Description:
At 303 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Fort Early, or 9 miles
southwest of Cordele, moving southeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny 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...
Arabi, Fort Early, and Raines.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Crisp
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov