Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 23 at 1:45AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 22, 2026 - 10:45pm
Expires:
June 22, 2026 - 11:15pm
Description:
At 145 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Green Island Hills, or
near Smiths, moving east at 40 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...
Columbus, North Fort Benning, Bibb City, Upatoi, Ellerslie, Laurel
Hills, Green Island Hills, Vista Terrace, Cataula, Columbus
Metropolitan Airport, Rose Hill, Mountain Hill, Benning Hills,
Avondale, Benning Park, Fortson, Mulberry Grove, Saint Marys Hills,
Edgewood, and Flat Rock.
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:
Harris; Muscogee
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: