Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 4:42PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 1:42pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 442 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Twin City, or 9 miles
east of Swainsboro, moving east at 15 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...
Swainsboro, Twin City, Stillmore, Garfield, Summertown, Nunez, Modoc,
Canoochee, Three Points, Dellwood, Lexsy, Colemans Lake, and George L
Smith State Park.
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:
Emanuel
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov