Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/14/2026 15:43

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 14 at 6:43PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 14, 2026 - 3:43pm
Expires: 
June 14, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 643 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Lindale, or near Rome, moving east at 45 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... Rome, Euharlee, Aragon, Cave Spring, Kingston, Taylorsville, Seney, Lindale, and Coosa.
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: 
Floyd; Bartow; Polk
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA