Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 7 at 12:29AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 6, 2026 - 9:29pm
Expires:
September 6, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
At 1229 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Fortson, or 10 miles
south of Hamilton, moving south at 15 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...
Bibb City, Edgewood, Flat Rock, Highland Park, Laurel Hills, Green
Island Hills, Cataula, Columbus Metropolitan Airport, Rose Hill,
Kenwood, Midland, Fortson, and Mulberry Grove.
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:
Harris; Muscogee
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov