Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 10 at 6:21AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 3:21am
Expires:
October 10, 2026 - 4:15am
Description:
At 619 AM EDT, heavy rain was centered over Lakewood Park, or near
Atlanta... and was nearly stationary.
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...
Atlanta, Decatur, Peachtree Corners, City of South Fulton, Sandy
Springs, Roswell, Dunwoody, East Point, Duluth, Forest Park,
Riverdale, College Park, Lilburn, Chamblee, Norcross, Doraville,
Clarkston, Morrow, Hapeville, and Stone Mountain.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately.
Area Description:
North Fulton; Gwinnett; South Fulton; DeKalb; Clayton
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov