Thunderstorm Wind in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:40:00 (EST)
Location: UNION CITY
Magnitude: 60 EG
Property damage: 150K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Union City police department reported that numerous large trees and a number of power lines were blown down in the city.  In three instances, the trees fell on homes causing significant damage to the structures.  One person was injured in one of the homes as the tree fell on the house.  Three other structures sustained roof damage from wind alone.  In addition, two billboards near Interstate-85 were damaged by the wind.

Hail in DE KALB, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:04:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:14:00 (EST)
Location: CHAMBLEE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

Several amateur radio reports of hail, ranging in size from quarters to golf balls, were received.  Quarter to golf ball-sized hail were reported in and just south of Tucker, golf ball-sized hail in Chamblee, and quarter to half-dollar-sized hail in Clarkston.  The public reported quarter to golf-ball sized hail just east of Decatur.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:45:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Walton county 911 center reported that several trees were blown down across the county.

Hail in PIKE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:10:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:10:00 (EST)
Location: CONCORD
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail.

Heavy Rain in GWINNETT, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:36:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:36:00 (EST)
Location: SNELLVILLE
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported that very heavy rain had resulted in some minor street flooding on Ronald Reagan Parkway.

Thunderstorm Wind in MORGAN, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:40:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 55 EG
Property damage: 10K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Morgan county 911 center reported that a number of trees had been blown down across the county.  Some of the trees fell on homes causing minor damage.

Hail in OCONEE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:35:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:35:00 (EST)
Location: WATKINSVILLE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported nickel-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in OCONEE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:35:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 2K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Oconee county 911 center, and the public, reported that several trees were blown down around the county, particularly in the Watkinsville area.

Hail in OGLETHORPE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:20:00 (EST)
Location: STEPHENS
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in OGLETHORPE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:20:00 (EST)
Location: STEPHENS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 2K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that several trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in PULASKI, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:50:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 10K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Pulaski county 911 center reported that a number of trees and several power lines were blown down around the county.  In Hawkinsville, some road signs were blown over.

Hail in JASPER, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:10:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:10:00 (EST)
Location: SHADY DALE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The public reported golf ball-sized hail.

Hail in HENRY, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:30:00 (EST)
Location: LOCUST GROVE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: TRAINED SPOTTER

A storm spotter reported quarter-sized hail in the southeast side of Locust Grove, while the public reported nickel-sized hail in Locust Grove.

Thunderstorm Wind in COWETA, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 52 EG
Property damage: 300K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The Newnan Times-Herald reported that several homes in the county suffered minor to moderate damage as the result of downed trees from thunderstorm winds.  A large, old oak tree crashed through the roof of a home on Corinth road in the southwest part of the county.  The 100-year old farmhouse shifted, trapping the residents inside as none of the doors would open.  The home was declared a total loss.  Another house in Newnan on Turkey Creek Road sustained damage from a downed tree.  Substantial wind damage was also reported in Grantville.  On Griffin Street, winds estimated at 80 mph tore off the roof of a service station and at least three homes suffered significant damage as a result of fallen trees on the structures.  A number of vehicles were severely damaged as the result of fallen trees. In Senoia, the public reported that several trees and power lines were down.

Hail in HEARD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: GLENN
Magnitude: 1.50 
Property damage: 25K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The West Georgia Beacon of Hogansville reported that hail the size of half-dollars dented vechiles in Franklin.  The public reported quarter-sized hail in Glenn.

Hail in FAYETTE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:24:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:47:00 (EST)
Location: FAYETTEVILLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public, as well as amateur radio operators and the Fayette county 911 center reported nickel to quarter-sized hail in Fayetteville and nickel-sized hail in Woolsey.

Thunderstorm Wind in SUMTER, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:45:00 (EST)
Location: AMERICUS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that some trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in WEBSTER, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:40:00 (EST)
Location: PRESTON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Webster county 911 center reported that several trees and some power lines were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in CRISP, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:50:00 (EST)
Location: CORDELE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Crisp county 911 center reported that a few trees were blown down.

Hail in CRISP, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:50:00 (EST)
Location: CORDELE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Crisp county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in WILCOX, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 22:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 22:00:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public, as well as the Abbeville cooperative observer for the National Weather Service, reported that a number of trees and several power lines were blown down around the county, including two large pine trees south of Abbeville.

Thunderstorm Wind in TELFAIR, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 22:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 22:00:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 10K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Telfair county Emergency Management Director reported that a number of trees were blown down around the county.  At least 25 had to be removed from roads.

Hail in CARROLL, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: CARROLLTON
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Carroll county 911 center reported golf ball-sized hail.

Hail in CLAYTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 (EST)
Location: RIVERDALE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported quarter-sized hail.

Hail in CLAYTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: JONESBORO
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported nickel-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE KALB, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 (EST)
Location: LITHONIA
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 2K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Lithonia police department reported that some power lines were blown down.

Hail in DE KALB, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 (EST)
Location: LITHONIA
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Lithonia police department reported penny-sized hail.

Hail in GWINNETT, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:25:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:25:00 (EST)
Location: GLOSTER
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported quarter-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in GWINNETT, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 (EST)
Location: GRAYSON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: TRAINED SPOTTER

The Gwinnett county Skywarn coordinator reported that three large trees were down in Lilburn, and countless number of limbs in the same area.  The public also reported that one tree was blown down in Grayson.

Hail in GWINNETT, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 (EST)
Location: LAWRENCEVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported golf ball-sized hail.

Lightning in GWINNETT, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:25:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:40:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Property damage: 250K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The Gwinnett-Daily Post and the public reported that lightning strikes caused a number of problems around the county.  In Lawrenceville, a 24-year-old female was struck and injured by lightning.  In Loganville, a home was struck by lightning.  The attic and the garage were set on fire causing the house to suffer significant damage.  In Norcross, the Ashley Run apartment complex suffered moderate damage when they were set on fire by lightning.  Finally, the public reported in Grayson that a tree was struck by lightning, causing the tree to fall.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROCKDALE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 (EST)
Location: CONYERS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 2K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Rockdale county 911 center reported that some trees and power lines were down.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:40:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 25K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Walton county 911 center reported that several trees were down in the county.  Some of the trees landed on homes causing minor structural damage.

Hail in SPALDING, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:21:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 (EST)
Location: BIRDIE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

Numerous reports of hail, ranging in size from pennies to quarters, were received from the public from the northwest part of the county in Birdie to Griffin, to southeast of Griffin, and East Griffin.  The public also reported nickel-sized hail in the northeast part of the county in Sunny Side.

Hail in HARALSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 (EST)
Location: TALLAPOOSA
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARALSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:55:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:55:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 60 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Haralson county 911 center reported that several trees were blown down throughout the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in PUTNAM, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:41:00 (EST)
Location: EATONTON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 2K
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

The public reported that several trees were blown down.

Hail in FAYETTE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:53:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:20:00 (EST)
Location: FAYETTEVILLE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: NWS EMPLOYEE(OFF DUTY)

An off duty National Weather Service employee observed half-dollar-sized hail at his home 3 miles north-northeast of Starrs Mill.  Hail,ranging in size from pennies to half-dollars fell for several minutes, with a good covering on the ground following the event.  Numerous reports of hail, ranging in size from quarters to golf balls, were received from the public in Fayetteville, the eastern side of Peachtree City, Woolsey, and Brooks.  The hail covered the ground in several instances.

Hail in GREENE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 (EST)
Location: GRESHAMVILLE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail on the west side of Lake Oconee.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 (EST)
Location: GRESHAMVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that some trees were blown down on the west side of Lake Oconee.

Hail in MORGAN, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:30:00 (EST)
Location: BOSTWICK
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Morgan county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in CARROLL, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:07:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 52 EG
Property damage: 10K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Carroll county Emergency Management Director reported that numerous trees and some power lines were blown down all around the county.  A wind gust of 60 mph was measured by an amateur radio operator four miles north of Villa Rica.

Hail in BUTTS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:52:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:52:00 (EST)
Location: STARK
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported quarter-sized hail.

Hail in NEWTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:25:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:25:00 (EST)
Location: COVINGTON
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny to nickel-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in HEARD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: FRANKLIN
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 15K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The West Georgia Beacon of Hogansville reported that a tree fell on a mobile home on Joe Cook Road causing damage to the structure.

Hail in GORDON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 15:47:00 to 02-MAY-03 15:47:00 (EST)
Location: PLAINVILLE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported penny to nickel-sized hail.

Hail in CHATTOOGA, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 15:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 15:45:00 (EST)
Location: TRION
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Chattooga county 911 center reported penny to golf ball-sized hail.

Hail in FLOYD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 16:05:00 to 02-MAY-03 16:20:00 (EST)
Location: ARMUCHEE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported golf ball-sized hail in Armuchee and nickel-sized hail in Shannon.

Hail in POLK, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 (EST)
Location: CEDARTOWN
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported quarter-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:32:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:05:00 (EST)
Location: GREENSBORO
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 2K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Greene county 911 center reported that a number of trees were blown down.

Hail in CHEROKEE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 16:55:00 to 02-MAY-03 16:55:00 (EST)
Location: HOLLY SPGS
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported penny-sized hail.

Lightning in CARROLL, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Property damage: 20K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Carroll county Emergency Management Director reported that lightning struck two homes in the county causing minor to moderate structural damage.

Heavy Rain in CARROLL, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 (EST)
Location: CARROLLTON
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Carroll county Emergency Management Director reported that a home sustained minor damage because of high water caused by excessive rainfall of 1 to 2 inches in less than one hour and poor drainage conditions.

Thunderstorm Wind in FAYETTE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:16:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:16:00 (EST)
Location: FAYETTEVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported that some trees were blown down.

Hail in CHATTOOGA, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 15:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 15:20:00 (EST)
Location: TRION
Magnitude: 2.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Chattooga county 911 center and the public both reported penny to tennis ball to baseball-sized hail.

Hail in CHEROKEE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 15:55:00 to 02-MAY-03 16:15:00 (EST)
Location: WALESKA
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public and several amateur radio operators reported penny -sized hail from Waleska to Canton to Woodstock, while the public reported penny to quarter-sized hail in Lebanon.

Hail in BARTOW, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 15:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 15:20:00 (EST)
Location: ADAIRSVILLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Bartow county 911 center reported quarter-sized hail.

Lightning in COWETA, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:19:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:19:00 (EST)
Location: NEWNAN
Property damage: 200K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The Newnan Times-Herald reported that lightning struck a home on Vineyard Drive setting the attic on fire. The resulting fire was confined to the attic and adjacent garage.  However, the living room and the kitchen suffered water damage.  Two vehicles parked in the garage also suffered significant damage, including a classic 1975 Ford Mustang.

Hail in BARTOW, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 16:04:00 to 02-MAY-03 16:10:00 (EST)
Location: ADAIRSVILLE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

The public reported penny to quarter-sized hail in Adairsville and nickel-sized hail in Pleasant Valley.

Hail in TALIAFERRO, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: CRAWFORDVILLE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Taliaferro county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Hail in COBB, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:55:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:55:00 (EST)
Location: KENNESAW
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported golf ball-sized hail.

Hail in COBB, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 (EST)
Location: KENNESAW
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported golf ball-sized hail in Kennesaw and penny-sized hail in Marietta.

Hail in FLOYD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 16:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 16:00:00 (EST)
Location: CRYSTAL SPGS
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that golf ball-sized hail covered the ground.

Thunderstorm Wind in WILKINSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:10:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:10:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Wilkinson county 911 center reported that a number of trees were blown down around the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHATTAHOOCHEE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:15:00 (EST)
Location: FT BENNING
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 10K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Chattahoochee county 911 center reported that a number of trees were down on the base and some power lines as well.  Power was out on the base as a result.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOOLY, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 22:00:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Dooly county Sheriff's Office and the Dooly county 911 center reported that a number of trees were down in the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in PULASKI, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 (EST)
Location: HAWKINSVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 30K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Pulaski county 911 center reported that 30 to 40 trees were blown down, some falling on and causing minor structural damage to homes.  One home suffered significant damage when a large oak tree fell on the structure, as well as the two nearby vehicles in the driveway.  Five barns at the end of the Harness Track Arena suffered substantial damage as the wind tore off the tin roofs.

Hail in SCHLEY, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 (EST)
Location: ELLAVILLE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Ellaville Police Department reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLECKLEY, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:45:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 75K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that a number of trees and power lines were blown down across the county.  The old water tower on Dublin Highway in Cochran was blown down and another residence on Duskin Drive in Cochran suffered damage when a tree fell on the house.

Thunderstorm Wind in LAURENS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:40:00 (EST)
Location: MONTROSE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Laurens county 911 center reported that some trees were blown down in Montrose and Rentz.

Thunderstorm Wind in JONES, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 (EST)
Location: HADDOCK
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The Jones county 911 center reported that several trees were down.  Power was not restored in the city until the next morning.

Hail in WALKER, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 15:05:00 to 02-MAY-03 15:05:00 (EST)
Location: LA FAYETTE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 125K
Reported by: POST OFFICE

The La Fayette Post Office reported golf ball-sized hail, which caused damage to a number of cars in the parking lot and in the area.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Washington county 911 center reported that trees were down throughout the county.

Hail in SPALDING, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:57:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:08:00 (EST)
Location: SUNNY SIDE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported quarter-sized hail in East Griffin and an amateur radio operator reported penny-sized hail west of Griffin, while the public reported nickel-sized hail in Sunny Side.

Thunderstorm Wind in MARION, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:00:00 (EST)
Location: BUENA VISTA
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Buena Vista Police Department reported that some trees were down in the city.

Hail in HARRIS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:10:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:10:00 (EST)
Location: WAVERLY HALL
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

Amateur radio operators reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARRIS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:20:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 62 MG
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Harris county 911 center reported that a number of trees had been blown down in the county.  One person measured a wind gusts of 71 mph on their home weather station in Waverly Hall at 920 pm EDT.

Thunderstorm Wind in BALDWIN, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:50:00 (EST)
Location: MILLEDGEVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Baldwin county 911 center reported that a number of trees were blown down in the downtown area.

Thunderstorm Wind in JASPER, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Jasper county 911 center reported that a number of trees were down throughout the county.

Hail in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:50:00 (EST)
Location: UNION CITY
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Union City police department reported penny-sized hail.

Hail in BUTTS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 (EST)
Location: JENKINSBURG
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Butts county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in CARROLL, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:10:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 60 EG
Property damage: 75K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Carroll county 911 center and Emergency Management Director reported that numerous trees and power lines were blown down throughout the county.  Two homes sustained minor to moderate damage as a result of the downed trees and roof damage caused by wind.

Thunderstorm Wind in MADISON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 01:44:00 to 02-MAY-03 01:44:00 (EST)
Location: DANIELSVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 25K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that a large tree fell on their vehicle, injuring the five passengers inside.  All injuries were minor.  Some power lines were also blown down in the area.

Thunderstorm Wind in WILKES, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:14:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:14:00 (EST)
Location: WASHINGTON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The Wilkes county newspaper reported that a number of trees were toppled during a severe thunderstorm.  Damage was minimal as the trees missed homes and other structures.  A large and very old oak tree fell at the Hopkins Funeral Home, but no damage to the structure was noted.

Thunderstorm Wind in SCHLEY, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:30:00 (EST)
Location: ELLAVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 50K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The Schley county newspaper reported that a number of trees were split off or broken off.  Some of these trees landed on and caused damage to the Supervised Probation Inc. office.  Sixty-percent of the roof caved in.  Consequently, the building also suffered some water damage.

Thunderstorm Wind in WARREN, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Warren county 911 center reported that a number of trees were blown down across the county.

Hail in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 16:35:00 to 02-MAY-03 16:50:00 (EST)
Location: ALPHARETTA
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

Several reports of hail, ranging in size from pennies to quarters, were received from the public.

Hail in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:16:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:16:00 (EST)
Location: LAKEWOOD HGTS
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail at the intersection of Georgia Highway 166, Lakewood Freeway, and Macon Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:20:00 (EST)
Location: LAKEWOOD HGTS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that some trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in DODGE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:40:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 55 EG
Property damage: 175K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Dodge county 911 center reported that a number of trees had been blown down around the county.  Several of these fell on homes, causing minor to moderate structural damage, both in the county and in the city of Eastman.  Several stores in Eastman were damaged by high winds and some county residents lost out buildings or storage shelters during the high winds.  In addition, two vehicles were damaged when trees fell on them while others ran into the downed trees during the poor visibility and inclement weather conditions.

Thunderstorm Wind in HOUSTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:45:00 (EST)
Location: WARNER ROBINS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 15K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

Several reports of thunderstorm wind damage were received from the public.  Some signs were blown onto Interstate-75 at mile marker 134 west of Warner Robins.  Trees were blown down in the city, at one residence falling on a home causing damage to the structure and at another residence causing damage to a fence.  An amateur radio operator reported that some power lines were down in the city as well.

Thunderstorm Wind in TWIGGS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:07:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:07:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 74 EG
Property damage: 10K
Reported by: METEOROLOGIST(NON NWS)

A off-duty Robins Air Force Base meteorologist measured wind gusts of 74 kts at his residence in Jeffersonville.  The Twiggs county 911 center reported that a number of trees were blown down through the county.

Hail in LAMAR, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:22:00 (EST)
Location: MILNER
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported nickel-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERIWETHER, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:29:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 55 EG
Property damage: 7K
Reported by: FIRE DEPT/RESCUE SQUAD

The Meriwether county Fire Department reported that a number of trees were blown down throughout the county.  As noted by amateur radio operators, however, the majority of the trees, and even some power lines, were down in Gay and Greenville.  One person was injured by a fallen tree in Gay.

Thunderstorm Wind in PIKE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:05:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 56 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Pike county Sheriff's office and the public reported that several trees were blown down in the county.

Hail in PIKE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:29:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:29:00 (EST)
Location: ZEBULON
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail in Zebulon.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 (EST)
Location: LOUISVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 2K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Jefferson county 911 center reported that some trees were down.

Hail in JEFFERSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 (EST)
Location: LOUISVILLE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Jefferson county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Hail in MONROE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:15:00 (EST)
Location: BLOUNT
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in MONROE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:15:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public relayed reports that several trees had been blown down in the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in WILKINSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 (EST)
Location: GORDON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Gordon Police Department reported that a few trees were down in the city.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: DOUGLASVILLE
Magnitude: 65 EG
Property damage: 150K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

Numerous reports of downed trees were received from the public in the Douglasville area, especially between downtown and the Chapel Hill area southwest of Douglasville.  Several trees fell on homes south and west of Douglasville along Central Church Road, Daniel Mill Road, Post Road, as well as in the Mirror Lake Country Club just east of Villa Rica.  A number of power lines were also blown down or knocked down by fallen trees during this event and a large hotel sign was blown down in Douglasville.  An off duty National Weather Service employee estimated that over 100 trees were blown down in just the Chapel Hill area alone.  One person reported that his 1996 Toyota Camry was blown off the road, near Thorton Road and Interstate-20, with winds estimated in excess of 60 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in COBB, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 (EST)
Location: MARIETTA
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: .5K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that some trees were blown down.

Hail in DOUGLAS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:15:00 (EST)
Location: DOUGLASVILLE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail.

Hail in PAULDING, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:20:00 (EST)
Location: HIRAM
Magnitude: 1.25 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported half-dollar-sized hail.

Hail in PAULDING, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:55:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:55:00 (EST)
Location: HIRAM
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported quarter-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in PAULDING, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:20:00 (EST)
Location: BROWNSVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that a number of trees were blown down in the Nebo area.

Hail in PUTNAM, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 (EST)
Location: EATONTON
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that penny-sized hail fell for up to 10 minutes at some locations.

Thunderstorm Wind in CRISP, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 22:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 22:20:00 (EST)
Location: CORDELE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Crisp county 911 center reported that several trees were blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in PUTNAM, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Putnam county 911 center reported that a number of trees were blown down around the county.

Hail in PUTNAM, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:00:00 (EST)
Location: WILLARD
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Putnam county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITFIELD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:00:00 (EST)
Location: DALTON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that some trees and power lines had been blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in LAMAR, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:20:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:20:00 (EST)
Location: BARNESVILLE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Lamar county 911 center reported that some trees were down.

Thunderstorm Wind in TALBOT, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:40:00 (EST)
Location: TALBOTTON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: .5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Talbot county 911 center reported that a couple of trees were down, one on U.S. Highway 80 and another on Georgia Highway 208 in Talbotton.

Thunderstorm Wind in UPSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:25:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:30:00 (EST)
Location: THOMASTON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 250K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Upson county 911 center, and the Thomaston newspaper reported that numerous trees were blown down causing major damage in the city.  Several of the trees landed on homes and even some vehicles causing minor to moderate structural damage.  Others brought down power lines, telephone lines, and cable TV lines.

Hail in BALDWIN, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:55:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:55:00 (EST)
Location: STEVENS POTTERY
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail.

Lightning in BUTTS, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 (EST)
Location: JENKINSBURG
Property damage: 150K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Butts county 911 center reported that lightning struck a home.  The home was set on fire and completely destroyed.

Hail in JOHNSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:40:00 (EST)
Location: WRIGHTSVILLE
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Johnson county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in CRAWFORD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:50:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Crawford county Sheriff's office reported that some trees were down on Georgia Highway 42, five miles southeast of Roberta.  The Georgia Post of Roberta reported that a number of trees were blown down throughout the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in TAYLOR, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:50:00 (EST)
Location: REYNOLDS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: .5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Taylor county 911 center reported that a few trees were down.

Thunderstorm Wind in BIBB, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:38:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:00:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 10K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Bibb county 911 center reported that a number of trees and some power lines were blown down in the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in JONES, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:40:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:40:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Gray Police Department reported that several trees and some power lines had been blown down around the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSCOGEE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:00:00 (EST)
Location: COLUMBUS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported that some power lines were down in Columbus.

Thunderstorm Wind in MACON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:15:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: LAW ENFORCEMENT

The Macon county Sheriff's Office reported that a number of trees were blown down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in PEACH, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:10:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:10:00 (EST)
Location: FT VLY
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 3K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that  some trees were blown down as well as some highway signs that were blown onto the highway.

Thunderstorm Wind in TROUP, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 20:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 20:15:00 (EST)
Location: COUNTYWIDE
Magnitude: 60 EG
Property damage: 250K
Reported by: NEWSPAPER

The Troup county 911and the La Grange newspaper reported that a number of trees were blown down around the county, especially on the west side of La Grange.  At least five homes and one vehicle were damaged when large trees fell on them. A brick fence and an iron and brick fence at another location were also damaged.  One man received injuries as ceiling tiles fell on him when the ceiling in his living room collapsed during the strong thunderstorm winds.  Another family of five was trapped inside of their home when a large tree fell on the house.  However, no injuries were reported.  The Troup county 911 center received reports of fallen trees at 40 different locations and at least six roads in the county were blocked by downed trees.  County workers spent most of the night removing debris from blocked roadways.

Hail in MUSCOGEE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 21:00:00 to 02-MAY-03 21:07:00 (EST)
Location: COLUMBUS
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public and an amateur radio operator reported penny-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in FAYETTE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: PEACHTREE CITY
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 175K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Fayette county Emergency Management Director reported that a number of trees, and at least four power lines were blown down in the Fayetteville and Peachtree City area.  One very large oak tree fell on a home in Fayetteville causing major damage to the structure.  At least a dozen roads were blocked by fallen trees and the power was out for several hours in the Peachtree City area.  A public works employee was injured later when a tree limb fell out of a tree while he was clearing a roadway.

Hail in HENRY, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:45:00 (EST)
Location: STOCKBRIDGE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail in Stockbridge and quarter-sized hail in Locust Grove.  The hail lasted up to 10 minutes at one location in Locust Grove.

Heavy Rain in WHITFIELD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:55:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:55:00 (EST)
Location: DALTON
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that very heavy rain was resulting in minor street flooding in the city.

Thunderstorm Wind in WHITFIELD, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:22:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:22:00 (EST)
Location: TILTON
Magnitude: 61 MG
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator measured wind gusts of 70 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:41:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:41:00 (EST)
Location: FISH
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: FIRE DEPT/RESCUE SQUAD

The Polk county Fire Department reported that a number of trees and some power lines were down in the Fish Creek area.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROCKDALE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:58:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:58:00 (EST)
Location: CONYERS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 1K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported trees down in Conyers and also at the intersection of Georgia Highway 20 and Zingara Road.

Lightning in ROCKDALE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:58:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:58:00 (EST)
Location: ZINGARA
Property damage: 50K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that a house was struck by lightning and set on fire.  Damage estimates were indeterminate.

Lightning in ROCKDALE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:58:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:58:00 (EST)
Location: MAGNET
Property damage: 50K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that a house was struck by lightning and set on fire.  Damage estimates were indeterminate.

Hail in WALTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:45:00 (EST)
Location: MONROE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Walton county 911 center reported nickel-sized hail.

Hail in HANCOCK, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:30:00 (EST)
Location: SPARTA
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Hancock county Emergency Management Director reported penny-sized hail.

Hail in GWINNETT, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:35:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:45:00 (EST)
Location: CENTERVILLE
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: TRAINED SPOTTER

The public reported that quarter-sized hail fell for up to 10 minutes while a storm spotter reported nickel-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in NEWTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:32:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:32:00 (EST)
Location: COVINGTON
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: .5K
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported that a few trees were blown down.

Hail in NEWTON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:32:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:32:00 (EST)
Location: COVINGTON
Magnitude: 0.88 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported penny-sized hail in Covington and nickel-sized hail in Mansfield.

Hail in HARALSON, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:50:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:00:00 (EST)
Location: BREMEN
Magnitude: 1.75 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported hail, ranging in size from dimes to golf balls, which lasted for several minutes.  In one case just east of Bremen, the hail was said to have covered the ground.  It looked as if it had snowed.  Slight hail damage was reported to cars.

Hail in ROCKDALE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:53:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:53:00 (EST)
Location: CONYERS
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: AMATEUR RADIO

An amateur radio operator reported quarter-sized hail.

Hail in POLK, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 17:30:00 to 02-MAY-03 17:45:00 (EST)
Location: CEDARTOWN
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Polk county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.

Hail in WILKES, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 19:14:00 to 02-MAY-03 19:14:00 (EST)
Location: WASHINGTON
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: GENERAL PUBLIC

The public reported nickel to quarter-sized hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLARKE, GEORGIA
From 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 to 02-MAY-03 18:45:00 (EST)
Location: ATHENS
Magnitude: 50 EG
Property damage: 5K
Reported by: EMERGENCY MANAGER

The Clarke county 911 center reported that a number of trees were down across the northern part of the county.