Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/18/2026 12:27

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 3:27PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 18, 2026 - 12:27pm
Expires: 
June 18, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description: 
At 327 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near North Alcovy, or 9 miles south of Covington, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind 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... Covington, Madison, Social Circle, Rutledge, Newborn, Mansfield, Jersey, Stewart, Starrsville, Hard Labor Creek State Park, Brick Store, Herndonville, Eudora, North Alcovy, and Farrar.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description: 
Walton; Newton; Morgan; Jasper
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA