Special Weather Statement 09/24/2024 14:30 for Georgia areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 24 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 24, 2024 - 2:30pm
Expires: 
September 24, 2024 - 3:00pm
Description: 
At 529 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Aonia, or 11 miles southeast of Washington, moving northeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Winds up to 40 mph, pea sized hail, frequent 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... Aonia, Rocky Creek Fire Dept., and Holliday Park.
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: 
Wilkes
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA