Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 9:20PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 6:20pm
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 920 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Jefferson, moving
southeast at 10 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...
Jefferson, Commerce, Athens, Arcade, Nicholson, Pendergrass, Talmo,
Athens-Clarke County, Westgate Park, James Holland Youth Sports Cmpx,
Bear Creek Reservoir, Beechwood Hills, Sandy Creek Recreation Area,
Oconee Heights, Barretts Mill, Apple Valley, and Neese.
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:
Jackson; Madison; Barrow; Clarke
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov