Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/03/2026 11:43

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 2:43PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2026 - 11:43am
Expires: 
July 3, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description: 
At 243 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Dalton. 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... Dalton, Ringgold, Varnell, Tunnel Hill, Mill Creek, Dawnville, and Rocky Face.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Catoosa; Whitfield; Murray
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA