Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 22 at 5:46PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 22, 2026 - 2:46pm
Expires:
September 22, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 546 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Redbone Crossroads, or
near Thomaston, moving southwest at 5 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...
Thomaston, Lincoln Park, The Rock, Sunset Village, Sprewell Bluff
State Park, Logtown, Salem, Redbone Crossroads, Big Lazer Creek Wma,
Carsonville, and Hannahs Mill.
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:
Upson; Talbot; Taylor
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov