Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/22/2026 17:48

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 22 at 8:48PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 22, 2026 - 5:48pm
Expires: 
June 22, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description: 
At 848 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Mars Hills, or 10 miles west of Buchanan, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Up to 40 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... Buchanan, Tallapoosa, Yorkville, Draketown, Felton, and Eubank Lake.
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: 
Polk; Paulding; Haralson; Carroll
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA