26 Mar 2021 | 04:30 AM UTC
US: Authorities issue Tornado Emergency alert for areas in Coweta and Fayette counties, Georgia, through 00:45 March 26
Tornado Emergency in effect for areas in Coweta and Fayette counties in northwestern Georgia, US, through 00:45 March 26. Seek shelter.
Event
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Emergency for areas in Coweta and Fayette counties, including Peachtree City, Tyrone, and Fayetteville, in northwestern Georgia through 00:45 March 26. Reports indicate a tornado near Newnan is moving northeast towards the impacted locations.
The weather warnings could be extended or expanded at short notice.
The impact area is around 40 km (25 miles) southwest of Atlanta, Georgia.
Advice
Seek shelter immediately in areas covered by the warning. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information
