Special Weather Statement Georgia | Effective 04/03/2026 14:37

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 3 at 5:37PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 3, 2026 - 2:37pm
Expires: 
April 3, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description: 
At 537 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Rebecca, or 10 miles northeast of Ashburn, moving north at 15 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, 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... Cordele, Rochelle, Arabi, Pitts, East Crisp, Double Run, Wenona, Owensboro, Seville, and Hatley.
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: 
Crisp; Wilcox
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA