Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/22/2026 14:59

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 5:59PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 22, 2026 - 2:59pm
Expires: 
May 22, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description: 
At 559 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Metasville, or near Washington, moving north at 20 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... Washington, Tignall, Aonia, Mallorysville, Newtown, Lundberg, Delhi, Danburg, Rocky Creek Fire Dept., Metasville, Holliday Park, and Floral Hill.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Wilkes
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA