Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/03/2026 10:51

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 1:51PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 10:51am
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 11:15am
Description: 
At 151 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Tails Creek, or 8 miles west of Ellijay. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...40 to 50 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... Chatsworth, Mountaintown, Fort Mountain State Park, Tails Creek, and Ramhurst.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Murray; Gilmer
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA