Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 3 at 7:12PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 3, 2026 - 4:12pm
Expires:
September 3, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 712 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Arcade, or 7 miles
south of Jefferson, moving west 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...
Winder, Jefferson, Braselton, Auburn, Dacula, Statham, Arcade,
Hoschton, Bogart, Bethlehem, Pendergrass, Carl, Talmo, Candler, Bear
Creek Reservoir, Fort Yargo State Park, County Line, Thompsons Mill,
Chateau Elan, and Russell.
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:
Hall; Jackson; Gwinnett; Barrow
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov