Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 14 at 2:38PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 14, 2026 - 11:38am
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 238 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Brantley, or 9 miles
northwest of Buena Vista, moving south at 5 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...
Brantley and Juniper.
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:
Chattahoochee; Marion
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov