Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 12:25

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 3:25PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 12:25pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description: 
At 325 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Doles, or 13 miles north of Sylvester, moving north at 25 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, nickel 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... Cordele, Fort Early, Wenona, Georgia Veterans Memorial St Pk, and Raines.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Crisp
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA