Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 11:17AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

**Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 11:17AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA**

At 1117 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Beaverdale, or 10 miles northwest of Chatsworth, moving southeast at 5 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... Chatsworth, Varnell, Cohutta, Beaverdale, Dawnville, Sumac, and Gregory.

**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 21, 2026 11:17 AM UTC

- **Expires:** Sep 21, 2026 12:00 PM UTC

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