Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 10 at 1:24AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 9, 2026 - 10:24pm
Expires:
October 9, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description:
At 122 AM EDT, heavy rain and tropical storm-force wind gusts were
occurring near Green Island Hills, or near Columbus.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind and enhanced risk for downed trees.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects is expected. Trees can also down
more easily with already wet soil from previous rainfall.
Locations impacted include...
Columbus, Bibb City, Goat Rock Lake, Laurel Hills, Green Island
Hills, Vista Terrace, Cataula, Columbus Metropolitan Airport, Rose
Hill, Mountain Hill, Benning Hills, Avondale, Benning Park, Fortson,
Mulberry Grove, Saint Marys Hills, Edgewood, Flat Rock, Highland
Park, and Sand Hill.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately.
Area Description:
Harris; Muscogee
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov