Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 5 at 6:35PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 5, 2026 - 3:35pm
Expires:
September 5, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 635 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Brookhaven, or near
Decatur, moving south 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, Marietta, Decatur, City of South Fulton, Sandy Springs,
Smyrna, East Point, College Park, Clarkston, Hapeville, Stone
Mountain, Avondale Estates, Pine Lake, Belvedere Park, North Decatur,
North Druid Hills, Midtown, Grant Park-Zoo Atlanta, Candler-Mcafee,
and Druid Hills.
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:
Cobb; North Fulton; South Fulton; DeKalb
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov