Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 28 at 3:25PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 28, 2026 - 12:25pm
Expires:
August 28, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 325 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Hidden Valley Park, or
8 miles northeast of Jonesboro. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Stockbridge, Forest Park, Morrow, Lake City, Hidden Valley Park, Fort
Gillem, Rex, Ellenwood, and Conley.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Clayton; Henry
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov