Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/16/2026 13:49

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 4:49PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 16, 2026 - 1:49pm
Expires: 
July 16, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 449 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Sandtown, or near City of South Fulton, moving southeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 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, Douglasville, City of South Fulton, East Point, Union City, College Park, Fairburn, Sweetwater Creek State Park, Sandtown, and Campbellton.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description: 
North Fulton; Douglas; South Fulton
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA