Strong storms moved through middle and north Georgia Saturday, downing trees and sparking flood warnings in some areas.
On Sunday, the chance for severe weather rises to a level 2 threat. For Mother's Day, primary threats are damaging winds, hail and isolated tornadoes. In addition, heavy rain and lightning will accompany storms.
Severe Weather Team 2 is using the most advanced weather technology to pinpoint the areas that could see the strongest storms on Channel 2 Action News.
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9:40 p.m.
Wind damage has been reported across Georgia from Saturday's storms:
We have several wind damage reports from last night and this morning's storms. Unfortunately, tomorrow holds a better chance for damage, especially with the saturated ground and increased risk for severe storms. I'm updating that time-line tonight at 11. pic.twitter.com/MLSIORepuh
— Katie Walls (@KatieWallsWSB) May 12, 2019
6:29 p.m.
A flash flood warning has been issued for Oglethorpe and Madison counties until 12:15 a.m.
Heavy rain in parts of Oglethorpe and Madison counties is leading to flash flooding concerns. A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for this area until 12:15am. If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around. #gawx pic.twitter.com/a2bsji3Lzx
— Katie Walls (@KatieWallsWSB) May 11, 2019
5:41 p.m.:
UPDATE: The warning has been canceled.
A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Oconee, Clarke, Madison and Oglethorpe counties until 6:15 p.m:
Heads up Oconee, Clarke, Madison and Oglethorpe -- SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING is in effect for 60 mph winds and quarter size hail. The Warning is in effect until 6:15. Storms are moving east at 40 mph. pic.twitter.com/EeLZos4cKP
— Katie Walls (@KatieWallsWSB) May 11, 2019
5:05 p.m.
Strong storms are moving through Jackson, Banks, Oconee and Clarke counties.
Strong storms are moving through Jackson, Banks, Oconee and Clarke Co, moving northeastward. These storms are capable of intense rain and frequent lightning, alongside gusty wind. pic.twitter.com/qikCj4hDJP
— Katie Walls (@KatieWallsWSB) May 11, 2019
4:03 p.m.
A strong thunderstorm cell is headed over southeastern Butts into Jasper Co.:
Strong cell headed over southeastern Butts into Jasper Co. Heads up, Monticello -- this storm is capable of 40 mph winds, frequent lightning and heavy rain. pic.twitter.com/adO9eq0NfB
— Katie Walls (@KatieWallsWSB) May 11, 2019
4:00 p.m.
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of middle Georgia including Putman County.
NEW Thunderstorm Watch issued for parts of Middle GA and lake country, including Putnam county. The storms moving your way are capable of 1" hail and 60 mph winds. pic.twitter.com/6N43Cfsbg7
— Katie Walls (@KatieWallsWSB) May 11, 2019
3:00 p.m.
A strong storm is moving through Upson County moving towards Pike County:
Strong storm in northwestern Upson County capable of 40 mph winds, heavy rain, frequent lightning. Moving northeast toward Pike County pic.twitter.com/yNggXA0H1U
— Katie Walls (@KatieWallsWSB) May 11, 2019
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