Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 7:16PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 23, 2026 - 4:16pm
Expires:
May 23, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 716 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Drayton, or 12
miles west of Vienna, moving northeast at 20 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...
Byromville, Lilly, Dooling, Flint River Wma, Drayton, and
Methvins.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Sumter; Dooly
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: