Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Wayne 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 5:22PM EDT until August 13 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
SVRJAX The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northern Pierce County in southeastern Georgia... Southeastern Bacon County in southeastern Georgia... West central Wayne County in southeastern Georgia... Southeastern Appling County in southeastern Georgia... * Until 600 PM EDT. * At 522 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles northwest of Bristol, or 11 miles southwest of Surrency, moving southeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Alma, Bristol, and New Lacy.
Effective August 13, 2026 at 5:22 PM ET · Expires August 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Jacksonville FL
Expires
August 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Last Checked
43 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning are occurring with this storm. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Wayne 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 (43 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Wayne County?
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