Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 4:54PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2026 - 1:54pm
Expires:
September 19, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 454 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Cave Spring, or near
Cedartown, moving south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny sized hail, 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...
Cedartown, Cave Spring, Fish Creek, Antioch, and Lindale.
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:
Floyd; Polk
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov