Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 13:52

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 4:52PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 1:52pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 452 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Renfroe, or near Cusseta, moving northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny sized hail, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas. Locations impacted include... Buena Vista, Cusseta, Richland, Brantley, Seminole, Christopher, Doyle, Brooklyn, Renfroe, Manta, and Zellobee.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
Area Description: 
Chattahoochee; Marion; Stewart; Webster
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA