Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 20 at 4:17PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 20, 2026 - 1:17pm
Expires:
June 20, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
At 417 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Finleyson, or 10 miles
south of Hawkinsville, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 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...
Eastman, Abbeville, Pineview, Union, Wallace, Five Points, Cedar
Creek, Pope City, Ocmulgee Banks, and Finleyson.
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:
Pulaski; Wilcox; Dodge
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov