Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 14, 2026 - 10:43am
Expires:
June 14, 2026 - 11:15am
Description:
At 143 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Riverdale, or over
Jonesboro, moving east at 35 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...
McDonough, Fayetteville, Jonesboro, Stockbridge, Forest Park,
Riverdale, Morrow, Lake City, Lake Spivey, Rex, Richardson Park,
Flippen, Eagles Landing, Irondale, and Bonanza.
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:
Rockdale; Fayette; Clayton; Henry
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: