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At 1041 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Red Clay State Park, or 13 miles east of Ringgold. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...40 mph wind 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... Chatsworth, Varnell, Tunnel Hill, Cohutta, Tennga, Beaverdale, Dawnville, Sumac, Cisco, and Gregory. People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.
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Whitfield; Murray · 34.902°, -84.932°
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- Whitfield; Murray
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At 1041 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Red Clay State Park, or 13 miles east of Ringgold. This storm was nearly stationary. HAZARD...40 mph wind 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... Chatsworth, Varnell, Tunnel Hill, Cohutta, Tennga, Beaverdale, Dawnville, Sumac, Cisco, and Gregory. People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. Motorists should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to hydroplaning.