Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 2:41PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 11:41am
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 241 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Meriwether, or near
Milledgeville, moving east at 15 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...
Milledgeville, Midway-Hardwick, Meriwether, Allenwood, Underwood, and
Hardwick.
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:
Baldwin
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov