Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/17/2026 12:26

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 3:26PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 17, 2026 - 12:26pm
Expires: 
July 17, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description: 
At 326 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Chamblee, or 7 miles southwest of Peachtree Corners, moving north at 10 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... Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Chamblee, Doraville, Tucker, and North Atlanta.
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: 
DeKalb
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA