Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Rabun 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 7 at 7:05PM EDT until August 7 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
At 705 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 4 miles east of Clarkesville, moving north at 10 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to trees and power lines. Locations impacted include... Clarkesville, Demorest, Tallulah Falls, Lake Rabun, Lake Burton, Lakemont, Tallulah Gorge State Park, Long Creek, Turnerville, and Hollywood.
Effective August 7, 2026 at 7:05 PM ET · Expires August 7, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Expires
August 7, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET
Last Checked
1 hour 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 Rabun 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 (1 hour ago). It's set to expire August 7, 2026 at 7:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Rabun County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Habersham County.