Valdosta, GA – The National Weather Service (NWS) Storm Prediction Center has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Southern Georgia, effective from 7:10 PM EDT Sunday through 2 AM Monday. This watch also includes parts of the Florida Panhandle and Southern Alabama.
The NWS warns that the region could experience scattered damaging wind gusts up to 65 mph, with the possibility of hail. The storms are expected to move south-southeastward through the evening within a hot and humid environment, increasing the likelihood of severe weather.
The affected area covers approximately 55 statute miles north and south of a line extending from 50 miles northwest of Pensacola, FL, to 30 miles east-southeast of Vidalia, GA. Residents in Southern Georgia are urged to stay informed and prepared as conditions could worsen quickly.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch indicates that the conditions are conducive for severe weather. Residents should monitor local news and weather reports and be ready to take immediate action if a warning is issued. Tornadoes are also a possibility during these thunderstorms, making it crucial to have a safety plan in place.
