Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 4:29PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 1:29pm
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 429 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Jones Creek, or near
Blairsville, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Blairsville, Young Harris, Owltown, Vogel State Park, Brasstown Bald,
Track Rock, Jones Creek, and Low Gap Shelter.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Union; Towns
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: