Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 20 at 3:08PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 20, 2026 - 12:08pm
Expires:
May 20, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 307 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Sulpher Springs, or 13
miles west of Lafayette, moving northeast at 15 mph.
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...
La Fayette and Rising Fawn.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Dade; Walker; Chattooga
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: