Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 11 at 4:46PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 11, 2026 - 1:46pm
Expires:
September 11, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 445 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Roswell, or near
Peachtree Corners, moving northwest 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...
Peachtree Corners, Mountain Park, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Alpharetta,
Milton, Duluth, Berkeley Lake, Sweat Mountain, and Birmingham.
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:
Cherokee; Cobb; North Fulton; Gwinnett
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov