Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Pickens 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 21 at 1:44AM EDT until August 21 at 2:30AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
SVRFFC The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Floyd County in northwestern Georgia... Gordon County in northwestern Georgia... Northwestern Pickens County in north central Georgia... Northeastern Chattooga County in northwestern Georgia... Northern Bartow County in northwestern Georgia... * Until 230 AM EDT. * At 144 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Everett Springs, or 10 miles east of Summerville, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Calhoun, Adairsville, Resaca, Plainville, Fairmount, Ranger, Sonoraville, Oostanaula, Subligna, Redbud, Armuchee, Folsom, Lake Marvin, Audubon, Pine Log, Sugar Valley, Oakman, Funkhouser, and Everett Springs.
Effective August 21, 2026 at 1:44 AM ET · Expires August 21, 2026 at 2:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Peachtree City GA
Expires
August 21, 2026 at 2:30 AM ET
Last Checked
2 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Pickens 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 (2 hours ago). It's set to expire August 21, 2026 at 2:30 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Pickens County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Chattooga County, Bartow County.