Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 3:45pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 645 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over McElheneys Crossroads,
or 7 miles southwest of Monticello, moving southeast at 10 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...
Monticello, Flovilla, Hillsboro, Dames Ferry, McElheneys Crossroads,
Berner, Round Oak, Juliette, Adgateville, Plant Scherer, and Jarrell
Plantation.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should
slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Butts; Jasper; Monroe; Jones
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov