Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 2:47PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 11:47am
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
At 247 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Gillsville, or 7 miles
west of Homer, moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny 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...
Lula, Gillsville, and Hollingsworth.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Hall; Banks
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: