Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 2:22PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 11:22am
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 222 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Stockbridge, or near
Jonesboro, moving northeast at 25 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...
McDonough, Conyers, Stockbridge, Lithonia, Magnet, Belmont,
Richardson Park, Arabia Mountain, Redan, Hidden Valley Park, Panola
Mountain State Park, Flippen, Kelleytown, Eagles Landing, Oak Hill,
and Snapfinger.
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:
DeKalb; Rockdale; Newton; Henry
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: