Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 3:43PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 12:43pm
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 343 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Cornelia, or 8 miles
south of Clarkesville, moving south at 15 mph.
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...
Homer, Pinefield Crossroads, Hollingsworth, and Banks Crossing.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Banks
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov