Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/28/2026 13:31

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 28 at 4:31PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 28, 2026 - 1:31pm
Expires: 
August 28, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 431 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Windsor, or 8 miles northwest of Monroe, moving south at 5 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... Monroe, Loganville, Grayson, Walnut Grove, Between, Bold Springs, Windsor, Nicholasville, and Youth.
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: 
Gwinnett; Barrow; Walton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov