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Special Weather Statement

Issued at Sun 7:39 PM Sep. 20
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

At 739 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Trion, or near Summerville, moving south at 10 mph.
Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning.
Source: Radar indicated.
Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include Summerville, Trion, Lyerly, Center Post, Subligna, Berryton, Tidings, Armuchee, and James H. Floyd State Park.

Recommended Action

People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

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