Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued November 6 at 1:13PM EST by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
November 6, 2024 - 10:13am
Expires:
November 6, 2024 - 10:45am
Description:
At 113 PM EST, a strong thunderstorm was over Kibbee, or 7 miles
southeast of Soperton, moving north at 15 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...
Soperton, Mount Vernon, Vidalia, Adrian, Ailey, Higgston, Tarrytown,
Lothair, Covena, Orland, Orianna, Norristown, Kibbee, Blackville,
Zaidee, and Gillis Springs.
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:
Emanuel; Treutlen; Montgomery; Toombs
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA