Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/19/2026 10:10

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 1:10PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 19, 2026 - 10:10am
Expires: 
September 19, 2026 - 10:45am
Description: 
At 110 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Cherry Log, or near Ellijay, moving south at 10 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... Ellijay, East Ellijay, Cherry Log, and Mountaintown.
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: 
Gilmer
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov