Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 6 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 6, 2026 - 8:00pm
Expires:
September 6, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 1100 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Fairburn, or near City
of South Fulton, moving south at 20 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 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...
City of South Fulton, Peachtree City, Union City, Fairburn, Tyrone,
Palmetto, Chattahoochee Hill, Cannongate, Sandy Creek, Campbellton,
and Madras.
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:
South Fulton; Coweta; Fayette
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov