Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 1:26PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 10:26am
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
At 126 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Rutledge, or 9 miles
west of Madison, moving east at 20 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...
Madison, Rutledge, Newborn, Bostwick, Buckhead, Hard Labor Creek
State Park, and Apalachee.
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:
Newton; Morgan
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: