Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/03/2026 10:37

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 1:37PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 10:37am
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 11:15am
Description: 
At 137 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Atlantic Station, or near Atlanta. This storm was nearly stationary. 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... Atlanta, Decatur, City of South Fulton, Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, East Point, Forest Park, College Park, Chamblee, Doraville, Clarkston, Hapeville, Avondale Estates, Tucker, North Decatur, North Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, North Druid Hills, Midtown, and Grant Park-Zoo Atlanta.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
North Fulton; South Fulton; DeKalb; Clayton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA