Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 13:29

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 4:29PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 1:29pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 429 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Osierfield, or 7 miles northwest of Ambrose, 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... Jacksonville, Temperance, China Hill, and Workmore.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Telfair
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA