Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 2:31PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 3, 2026 - 11:31am
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
At 231 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Lovejoy, or near
Jonesboro. 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...
Jonesboro, Stockbridge, Hampton, Lovejoy, Lake Spivey, Bonanza,
Atlanta Motor Speedway, Jw Smith Reservoir, and Irondale.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Clayton; Henry
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: