Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/21/2026 13:57

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 4:57PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 21, 2026 - 1:57pm
Expires: 
September 21, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 457 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Fish Creek, or near Cedartown. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...40 to 50 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... Cedartown, Antioch, and Fish Creek.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Polk
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov