Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 4:59PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 3, 2026 - 1:59pm
Expires:
July 3, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 458 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Taylorsville, or 12
miles southeast of Rome, moving southwest at 15 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny sized hail, frequent cloud
to ground lightning and heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary
street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.
Locations impacted include...
Cedartown, Aragon, Taylorsville, Seney, Fish Creek, and Lindale.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists
should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Floyd; Bartow; Polk
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: