Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/05/2026 10:46

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 1:46PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 5, 2026 - 10:46am
Expires: 
July 5, 2026 - 11:15am
Description: 
At 146 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Midland, or 12 miles northeast of Columbus, moving east at 5 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, 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... Waverly Hall, North Fort Benning, Upatoi, Ellerslie, Flat Rock, and Midland.
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: 
Harris; Muscogee; Chattahoochee
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA