Georgia Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/23/2026 17:18

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 23 at 8:18PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 23, 2026 - 5:18pm
Expires: 
May 23, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 818 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Cannonville, or near LaGrange, moving north at 5 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... LaGrange, Hillcrest, Wares Crossroads, Louise, Smiths Crossroad, and Cannonville.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Troup
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA