Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/05/2026 16:12

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 7:12PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 5, 2026 - 4:12pm
Expires: 
July 5, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description: 
At 712 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Mableton, or 7 miles northwest of Atlanta, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...40 mph wind 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... Atlanta, Marietta, Douglasville, City of South Fulton, Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs, Austell, Lithia Springs, Fair Oaks, Sweetwater Creek State Park, White Water Park, Vinings, Jim R Miller Park, Bankhead, Six Flags Over Georgia, Due West, and Bolton.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description: 
Cobb; North Fulton; Douglas; South Fulton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA