Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 20 at 5:25PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 20, 2026 - 2:25pm
Expires:
June 20, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 524 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Cordele. This storm was
nearly stationary.
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...
Cordele, Vienna, Arabi, Pitts, East Crisp, Richwood, Seville, Hatley,
Pleasant View, Raines, Double Run, Tremont, and Wenona.
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:
Dooly; Crisp; Wilcox
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov