Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 10:17PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 7:17pm
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 1017 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Suttles Mill, or near
Lafayette, moving northeast at 10 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...
Lafayette, Trion, La Fayette, Naomi, Center Post, Linwood, Subligna,
Suttles Mill, Noble, and Villanow.
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:
Walker; Whitfield; Chattooga
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: