Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:29PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 2:29pm
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 529 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Richardson Park, or 9
miles north of McDonough, moving southeast at 5 mph.
HAZARD...Up to 40 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...
McDonough, Jonesboro, Stockbridge, Lake Spivey, Magnet, Flippen,
Richardson Park, Kelleytown, Eagles Landing, Irondale, Oak Hill, and
Bonanza.
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:
Rockdale; Newton; Clayton; Henry
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: