Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 21 at 3:43PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 21, 2026 - 12:43pm
Expires:
August 21, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 343 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Plains, or 9 miles
southeast of Preston, moving southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially
in poor drainage areas.
Locations impacted include...
Plains, Sumter, Maddox, and Croxton Crossroads.
Instruction:
Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of
control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description:
Sumter
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov