Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 3:22AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 12:22am
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
At 322 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Mount Bethel, or near
Marietta, moving east 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...
Marietta, Sandy Springs, Roswell, Dunwoody, Mount Bethel, and Sandy
Plains.
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:
Cobb; North Fulton
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov