Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 5:09PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 2:09pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 508 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Wayside, or 8 miles
northwest of Gray. This storm was nearly stationary.
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...
Gray, Bradley, Bolingbroke, Wayside, Dames Ferry, Round Oak,
Juliette, Clinton, Plant Scherer, Blountsville, and Jarrell
Plantation.
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:
Monroe; Jones
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov