Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 28 at 2:12PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 28, 2026 - 11:12am
Expires:
June 28, 2026 - 11:45am
Description:
At 212 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Smithgall Woods
Conservation Are, or near Cleveland, moving southeast at 35 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...
Cleveland, Clermont, Helen, Unicoi State Park, Whitley Gap Shelter,
Robertstown, Mossy Creek, Camp Coleman Lake, Anna Ruby Falls, Leaf,
Smithgall Woods Conservation Are, Porter Springs, Turners Corner,
Sautee, and Qualatchee 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:
Lumpkin; White; Hall
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: