Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 2 at 4:58PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 2, 2026 - 1:58pm
Expires:
July 2, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 458 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Fort Mountain State
Park, or near Chatsworth. This storm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Dalton, Chatsworth, Eton, Carters, Tails Creek, Ramhurst, Fort
Mountain State Park, Nickelsville, North Georgia Speedway, and
Audubon.
Instruction:
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description:
Whitfield; Murray; Gilmer; Gordon
Forcast Office:
NWS Peachtree City GA
Sender: