Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 4 at 8:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 4, 2026 - 5:30pm
Expires:
September 4, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 829 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Dooling, or 9 miles
southeast of Oglethorpe, 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...
Oglethorpe, Montezuma, Byromville, Andersonville, Lilly, Dooling,
Andersonville National Historic, Clearview, Methvins, Flint River
Wma, and Pennington.
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:
Macon; Sumter; Dooly
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov