Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 6:59PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2026 - 3:59pm
Expires:
September 19, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 659 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over La Vista, or near
Decatur, moving southwest at 10 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 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...
Atlanta, Decatur, Chamblee, Clarkston, Avondale Estates, North
Decatur, North Atlanta, North Druid Hills, Druid Hills, Midtown,
Belvedere Park, Candler-Mcafee, Tucker, Virginia Highland, Sweet
Auburn, Piedmont Park, Scottdale, Kirkwood, Brookhaven, and East
Lake.
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:
North Fulton; DeKalb
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov