Special Weather Statement 09/25/2024 17:21 for Georgia areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued September 25 at 8:21PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 25, 2024 - 5:21pm
Expires: 
September 25, 2024 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 820 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Fickling Mill, or near Butler, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. This storm is also showing periods of rotation. 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... Roberta, Knoxville, Horns, and Fickling Mill.
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: 
Taylor; Crawford
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA