Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 26 at 2:12AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 25, 2024 - 11:12pm
Expires:
September 25, 2024 - 11:45pm
Description:
At 212 AM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from near Toomsboro to near Tuckers Crossroad to near
Lowery, and moving northeast at 30 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...
Dublin, Sandersville, Wrightsville, East Dublin, Tennille, Adrian,
Harrison, Toomsboro, Oconee, Deepstep, Riddleville, Spann, Rockledge,
Minter, Pringle, Lovett, Hebron, Brewton, Donovan, and Warthen.
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:
Hancock; Baldwin; Washington; Wilkinson; Johnson; Emanuel; Laurens; Treutlen
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA