Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/27/2026 11:13

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 2:13PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 27, 2026 - 11:13am
Expires: 
August 27, 2026 - 11:45am
Description: 
At 213 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Metasville, or 10 miles east of Washington, moving east at 25 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... Metasville, Holliday Park, and Aonia.
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: 
Wilkes
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov