Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 28 at 7:02AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 28, 2026 - 4:02am
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 4:30am
Description:
At 702 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Plainville, or 7 miles
southwest of Calhoun, moving east at 50 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...
Rome, Canton, Cartersville, Calhoun, Cedartown, Jasper, Buchanan,
Adairsville, Rockmart, Euharlee, Tallapoosa, Emerson, Ball Ground,
Nelson, Aragon, Cave Spring, White, Waleska, Kingston, and Braswell.
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:
Gilmer; Gordon; Pickens; Dawson; Floyd; Bartow; Cherokee; Polk; Paulding; Haralson
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: