Georgia Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/17/2026 12:30

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 17 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 12:30pm
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description: 
At 330 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Mobley Crossing, or near Cochran. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Cochran, Royal, Coley Station, Tarversville, Paulk, Porter, Baileys Park, Magnolia, and Mobley Crossing.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Twiggs; Bleckley
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA