Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 09/21/2026 16:17

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 7:17PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 21, 2026 - 4:17pm
Expires: 
September 21, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description: 
At 717 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Douglasville, moving southwest at 5 mph. 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... Douglasville, Villa Rica, Lithia Springs, Sweetwater Creek State Park, Winston, Chapel Hill, and Bill Arp.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description: 
Douglas
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov