Washington County Georgia EMA

Today is the first day of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane season. Although there is a chance of below average tropical activity, all it takes is ONE storm for it to be a bad season.

If you haven't already, now is the time to prepare. Here are a few simple steps you can take:
🎒Build a ready kit
📲Make a family communications plan
🚗Know your evacuation route
👁️‍🗨️Stay informed

Follow your local NWS and EMA for updates throughout hurricane season. For more preparedness tips, head to https://gema.georgia.gov/hurricanes

GEMA/HS Alert: Washington All Hazards

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 26 at 7:15PM EDT until May 26 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Wilkinson County in central Georgia...
Southeastern Baldwin County in central Georgia...
West central Washington County in east central Georgia...

* Until 745 PM EDT.

* At 715 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over McIntyre, or
near Irwinton, moving northeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Irwinton and McIntyre.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

If you see wind damage...hail or flooding...wait until the storm has
passed...and then call the National Weather Service toll free
at 1 8 6 6 7 6 3 4 4 6 6 or tweet us your report at NWSATLANTA.
http://www.weather.gov

Good advice from US National Weather Service Peachtree City Georgia ⬇️⬇️

Pop-up thunderstorms are in full swing this afternoon across much of Eastern and Central Georgia. Given the nature of these storms, there will be some 'winner's' today and some that may not see anything. However, given the numerous outdoor festivities and activities that are ongoing through the weekend, please be sure to remain weather aware and seek shelter in the event a thunderstorm moves into your area.

Thunderstorms that develop through late this evening will be capable of producing gusty winds up to 60 MPH, small hail, and locally heavy rainfall.

⚡️Lightning can strike up to 10 miles away from a storm, so even if you don't see rain, you can still be in harm's way!
⚡️NO place outside is safe during a thunderstorm.
⚡️Whether you're spending the day at the beach, the pool, a graduation party, or sporting event, if you see clouds beginning to form vertically, thunderstorms are likely beginning to develop and that's your cue to head indoors!
⚡️When Thunder Roars GO Indoors!

Another day of strong to severe storms is expected through this evening with the main risks being strong gusty winds and frequent lightning. Heavy rainfall that could lead to localized flash flooding could also become a concern especially in north Georgia. ⛈️

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GEMA/HS Alert: Washington All Hazards

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 22 at 6:36PM EDT until May 22 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

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The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Baldwin County in central Georgia...
South central Hancock County in east central Georgia...
Northwestern Washington County in east central Georgia...

* Until 700 PM EDT.

* At 636 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Beulah, or 9
miles east of Milledgeville, moving northeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Beulah, Linton, and Underwood.

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GEMA/HS Alert: Washington All Hazards

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 22 at 4:01PM EDT until May 22 at 4:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
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The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Central Washington County in east central Georgia...

* Until 430 PM EDT.

* At 401 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Tennille,
or near Sandersville, moving north at 25 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Sandersville and Tennille.
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

If you see wind damage...hail or flooding...wait until the storm has
passed...and then call the National Weather Service toll free
at 1 8 6 6 7 6 3 4 4 6 6 or tweet us your report at NWSATLANTA.
http://www.weather.gov

Showers and thunderstorms possible nearly every day this week. Chances peak in the afternoon each day and continue through the evening, before decreasing overnight and in the early morning hours. Areas of heavy rainfall will be possible with local amounts well over 1" possible each day, though other areas may simultaneously receive little to no rainfall. Temperatures remain mostly consistent with highs in the 80s to near 90 each day. Lows in the 60s to near 70.

Here’s the latest information about potential weather coming through tonight/tomorrow ⬇️⬇️

It’s National Hurricane Preparedness Week & so we will be sharing reminders and information for the next few days.

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The best time to prepare for hurricanes is BEFORE hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late. Get your disaster supplies while the shelves are still stocked, and get that insurance checkup early, as flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period. noaa.gov/prepare-before-hurricane-season

A wave of showers and thunderstorms is expected to push northeastward across central and portions of north Georgia late this evening into the overnight. While the risk for severe weather is low, strong gusty winds and hail remain possible. ⛈️