Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 6:59PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

**Special Weather Statement issued September 19 at 6:59PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA**

At 659 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over La Vista, or near Decatur, moving southwest at 10 mph.

HAZARD...40 to 50 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... Atlanta, Decatur, Chamblee, Clarkston, Avondale Estates, North Decatur, North Atlanta, North Druid Hills, Druid Hills, Midtown, Belvedere Park, Candler-Mcafee, Tucker, Virginia Highland, Sweet Auburn, Piedmont Park, Scottdale, Kirkwood, Brookhaven, and East Lake.

**What You Should Do:**

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.

**Alert Details:**

- **Severity:** Moderate

- **Urgency:** Expected

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

- **Effective:** Sep 19, 2026 6:59 PM UTC

- **Expires:** Sep 19, 2026 7:30 PM UTC

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