Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 2:00pm
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 500 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Milan, or 12 miles
southwest of McRae, moving north at 30 mph.
HAZARD...40 to 50 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...
McRae, Eastman, Helena, Milan, Rhine, Chauncey, Jay Bird Springs,
Five Points, Achord, Little Ocmulgee State Park, and Godwinsville.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Dodge; Telfair; Wheeler
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: