Ware County Emergency Management Agency

05/31/2026

Waycross/Ware County Weather Outlook!

A wet weather pattern will continue through Tuesday, bringing daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms across Ware County and surrounding areas.

Key Points:
🌧️ Daily chances for showers and thunderstorms through Tuesday
⛈️ Highest thunderstorm coverage expected during the afternoon and evening hours.

⚠️ Storm hazards this afternoon and Monday include:
Localized flooding from heavy rainfall

Wind gusts of 40–50 mph
Frequent lightning strikes.

🚨 An isolated severe storm cannot be ruled out Tuesday afternoon and evening

Safety Reminders:
Seek shelter immediately when thunder is heard.
Never drive through flooded roadways.

Secure loose outdoor items that could be blown around by strong wind gusts.

Monitor weather alerts and warnings, especially during the afternoon and evening periods.
Residents should remain weather aware and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions over the next several days. Rainfall may be heavy at times, leading to ponding of water on roads and localized flooding in low-lying areas.

05/23/2026

⚠️ Strong Thunderstorm Alert ⚠️

Strong thunderstorms are impacting Ware county through 6:15 PM EDT.

Current Storm Information (5:41 PM !

Moving north at 10–15 mph

Radar indicates wind gusts of 40–50 mph

Potential Hazards:
Downed tree limbs
Blowing unsecured objects
Frequent cloud-to-ground lightning

Locations Impacted Include:
Waycross
Boggy Bay
Jamestown
Pebble Hill
Dixie Union

05/23/2026

Waycross Ware County Weather Outlook Through Memorial Day!

Detailed Forecast

Today
Showers and thunderstorms likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. High near 91. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then a slight chance of showers between 11pm and midnight. Low around 69. Southeast wind 5 to 9 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Sunday
Showers and thunderstorms likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. High near 89. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Sunday Night
Showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then a chance of showers. Low around 70. Southeast wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Memorial Day
A slight chance of showers before 11am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 2pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm. High near 90. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

Monday Night
Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am. Low around 70. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

05/08/2026

🌀Hurricane Preparedness Week 2026

ℹ FACT: Nearly half of hurricane fatalities occur *after* the storm. Even with the storm gone, you need to remain vigilant for remaining dangers:

🔸Hot and humid conditions can occur after a hurricane; stay hydrated and take breaks during cleanup.
🔸Downed powerlines may still be live; stay away until addressed by power crews.
🔸Stay out of floodwaters; there may be dangerous wildlife, contaminants, and/or debris.
🔸Only use generators outdoors and at a minimum of 20 feet from your home; CO (carbon monoxide) is a deadly gas; have a CO detector in your home.

05/08/2026

⛈️ Daily Thunderstorm Pattern Through Monday ⛈️

Today:
Scattered thunderstorms are expected mainly during the afternoon and early evening hours across Southeast Georgia. Some storms could become strong at times.

Weekend Through Monday:
A typical summertime thunderstorm pattern will continue with storms developing primarily during the afternoon and evening hours each day.

⚠️ A few isolated strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible daily.

Main Hazards:
💨 Locally damaging wind gusts
⚡ Frequent dangerous lightning
🌧️ Heavy downpours with brief reduced visibility.

🌤️ Storm coverage and intensity will vary each day, but residents should remain weather aware during the afternoon and evening periods.

🛑 Safety Reminder:
When thunder roars, go indoors. Never seek shelter under trees during thunderstorms, and monitor reliable weather sources for any watches or warnings.

05/08/2026

05/07/2026

⛈️ Waycross & Ware County Thursday Weather Outlook – May 7, 2026

⚠️ Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Thursday, mainly from late morning through the evening hours.

🌩️ Main Threats:
• Potential for damaging wind gusts
• Frequent lightning
• Heavy downpours
• Low tornado risk cannot be ruled out

🕒 Timing:
Late Thursday morning continuing into Thursday evening.

📍 Greatest severe potential will generally be along and north of I-10, including portions of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida.

📱 Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, especially while asleep or away from home.

05/01/2026

⛈️ Waycross & Ware County Weather Outlook – Saturday, May 2, 2026!

A squall line of strong to potentially severe thunderstorms is expected to move across our area from west to east on Saturday.

⚠ Primary Threats:
Damaging wind gusts
Frequent lightning
Low risk of isolated tornadoes
Low risk of large hail.

⏱ Timing:
Storms will impact the area throughout the day as the line progresses eastward.

🛑 Severe Weather Safety Tip:
Have a plan in place before warnings are issued.

📋 Know where to take shelter.

📱 Keep Wireless Emergency Alerts enabled on your cell phone.

👀 Stay weather aware and monitor updates throughout the day.

Stay safe and be prepared.

04/30/2026

04/29/2026

🌧️ WAYCROSS & WARE COUNTY
WEATHER OUTLOOK
Wed – Sun | 04/29 – 05/02/26

✅ Much-Needed Rainfal

📍 Waycross: 1–1.5”
⛈️ Timing:
• Late Wed–Thu: Storms develop
• Fri–Sun: Widespread rain
• Saturday: Strong storms possible

⚠️ Hazards:
• Slick roads
• Heavy downpours
• Reduced visibility

Stay Weather Aware