Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/21/2026 13:17

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 4:17PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 21, 2026 - 1:17pm
Expires: 
September 21, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description: 
At 417 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6 miles southwest of Clayton, or near Lake Burton. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Clayton, Tiger, Lake Burton, Lakemont, Black Rock Mountain State Park, Lake Rabun, Seed Lake, and Batesville.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Rabun; Habersham
Forcast Office: 
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov