Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 6:27PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 3:27pm
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 627 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Hapeville, or 7 miles
south of Atlanta. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny 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, City of South Fulton, East Point, Forest Park, Riverdale,
College Park, Morrow, Hapeville, Lake City, Hartsfield-Jackson
Airport, Fort Gillem, Conley, Gresham Park, and Panthersville.
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
Sender: