Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 1:47PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 10:47am
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 11:30am
Description:
At 147 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Whitewater State Park,
or near Oglethorpe, moving southeast at 10 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...
Oglethorpe, Montezuma, Marshallville, Whitewater State Park, Garden
Valley, Winchester, Bartlett, and Hicks.
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:
Macon
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov