Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Elbert County, Georgia
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 13 at 5:35PM EDT until August 13 at 5:45PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
At 535 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 13 miles east of Elberton, or near Calhoun Falls, moving southeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to trees and power lines. Locations impacted include... Calhoun Falls, Bobby Brown State Park, Middleton, Lake Strom Thurmond, Lake Russell, Broad River Campground, Richard B Russell Dam, Rice Town, and Bobby Brown State Recreation Area.
Effective August 13, 2026 at 5:35 PM ET · Expires August 13, 2026 at 5:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Expires
August 13, 2026 at 5:45 PM ET
Last Checked
44 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Elbert County, Georgia?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (44 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 13, 2026 at 5:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Elbert County?
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