Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 11 at 5:40PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 11, 2026 - 2:40pm
Expires:
September 11, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 540 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Marblehill, or near
Jasper. This storm was nearly stationary.
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...
Jasper, Nelson, Tate, Sequoyah Lake, Lake Tamarack, and Marblehill.
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:
Pickens; Dawson
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov