Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 11 at 5:54PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 11, 2026 - 2:54pm
Expires:
September 11, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 554 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from near Candler to near Eastville, and moving northwest
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...
Gainesville, Winder, Jefferson, Braselton, Statham, Arcade, Hoschton,
Bogart, Bethlehem, Pendergrass, Gillsville, Talmo, Athens-Clarke
County, Candler, Bear Creek Reservoir, and Russell.
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:
Hall; Banks; Jackson; Barrow; Clarke; Oconee
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov