Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 4:36PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 1:36pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 436 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Greensboro, moving east
at 10 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...
Greensboro, Crawfordville, Union Point, White Plains, Siloam,
Springfield, Veazey, Robinson, Lyneville, Alexander Stephens Park,
and Daniel Springs.
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:
Greene; Taliaferro; Hancock
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov