People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.

A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of central Cherokee County through 830 PM EDT... At 806 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Canton. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas. Locations impacted include... Canton, Woodstock, Holly Springs, Ball Ground, Waleska, Buffington, Hickory Flat, Lebanon and Bridgemill. MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH