Georgia Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/02/2026 16:57

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 2 at 7:57PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 2, 2026 - 4:57pm
Expires: 
July 2, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description: 
At 757 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Pinefield Crossroads, or 7 miles northeast of Homer, moving west at 20 mph. HAZARD...40 to 50 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... Homer, Hollingsworth, and Pinefield Crossroads.
Instruction: 
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
Area Description: 
Banks
Forcast Office: 
NWS Peachtree City GA