Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/03/2026 09:56

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 9:56am
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 10:30am
Description: 
At 1256 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Esom Hill, or 7 miles southwest of Cedartown, moving northwest at 10 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, nickel 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... Etna and Esom Hill.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Polk
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA