Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 10:41AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

**Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 10:41AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA**

At 1041 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Red Clay State Park, or 13 miles east of Ringgold. This storm was nearly stationary.

HAZARD...40 mph wind 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... Chatsworth, Varnell, Tunnel Hill, Cohutta, Tennga, Beaverdale, Dawnville, Sumac, Cisco, and Gregory.

**What You Should Do:**

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.

**Alert Details:**

- **Severity:** Moderate

- **Urgency:** Expected

- **Issued by:** NWS Peachtree City GA

- **Effective:** Sep 21, 2026 10:41 AM UTC

- **Expires:** Sep 21, 2026 11:15 AM UTC

*This alert was automatically distributed from the National Weather Service via the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed.*