Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 27 at 6:10PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 27, 2026 - 3:10pm
Expires:
July 27, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 609 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Belmont, or 7 miles
southeast of Decatur, moving south 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...
Avondale Estates, Lithonia, Belvedere Park, Candler-Mcafee, Hidden
Valley Park, Panola Mountain State Park, Belmont, Ellenwood, Arabia
Mountain, Redan, Snapfinger, and Panthersville.
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; Rockdale; Clayton; Henry
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: