Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/21/2026 07:41

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 10:41AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 21, 2026 - 7:41am
Expires: 
September 21, 2026 - 8:15am
Description: 
At 1041 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Red Clay State Park, or 13 miles east of Ringgold. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...40 mph wind 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... Chatsworth, Varnell, Tunnel Hill, Cohutta, Tennga, Beaverdale, Dawnville, Sumac, Cisco, and Gregory.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description: 
Whitfield; Murray
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov