Special Weather Statement Georgia | Effective 03/16/2026 01:46

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 4:46AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 16, 2026 - 1:46am
Expires: 
March 16, 2026 - 2:30am
Description: 
At 446 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Valdosta, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Valdosta, Moody Air Force Base, I-75 At Exit 16, Remerton, Naylor, and Barretts.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Lowndes; Lanier
Forcast Office: 
NWS Tallahassee FL