Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 7:12PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2026 - 4:12pm
Expires:
September 19, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 712 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Sharpsburg, or near
Newnan, 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...
Newnan, Grantville, Luthersville, Moreland, Sharpsburg, Turin,
Haralson, and East Newnan.
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:
Coweta; Meriwether
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov