Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 2:47pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 547 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Oakland, or 10 miles
north of Buena Vista, 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...
Buena Vista, Brantley, Tazewell, Marion Estates, Rupert, Charing,
Oakland, and Mauk.
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:
Taylor; Marion; Schley
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov