Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 4:55PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2026 - 1:55pm
Expires:
September 19, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 455 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Morganton, or over Blue
Ridge, moving south at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Blue Ridge and Morganton.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Fannin
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov