Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 3 at 7:28PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 3, 2026 - 4:28pm
Expires:
September 3, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 728 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Conley, or 7 miles
south of Decatur, moving west at 20 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...
Atlanta, City of South Fulton, East Point, Forest Park, College Park,
Morrow, Hapeville, Lake City, Grant Park-Zoo Atlanta,
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, Candler-Mcafee, West End, Rex, Sweet
Auburn, Ellenwood, Turner Field, Bankhead, Fort Gillem, Cascade
Heights, and Lakewood Park.
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:
North Fulton; South Fulton; DeKalb; Clayton
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov