Wind Advisory Issued for Parts of Georgia

Gusty winds up to 40 mph expected until 6 PM today

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A wind advisory has been issued for parts of southeast and southwest Georgia until 6 PM today. Southerly winds of 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph are expected, which could blow around unsecured objects, bring down tree limbs, and cause some power outages. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items and use caution when driving, especially for high-profile vehicles.

Why it matters

Strong winds can pose a threat to public safety by creating hazardous driving conditions and potentially causing property damage. This advisory covers a wide swath of Georgia, impacting many residents in the affected areas.

The details

The National Weather Service has issued the wind advisory for counties including Echols, Clinch, Camden, Charlton, Ware, Dougherty, Lee, Worth, Turner, Tift, Ben Hill, Irwin, Miller, Baker, Mitchell, Colquitt, Cook, Berrien, Seminole, Decatur, Grady, Thomas, Brooks, Lowndes, and Lanier. The advisory started at 9 AM in southwest Georgia and at noon in southeast Georgia.

  • The wind advisory is in effect until 6 PM today, February 15, 2026.
  • The advisory began at 9 AM in southwest Georgia and at noon in southeast Georgia.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for issuing weather advisories and warnings.

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What’s next

The wind advisory is set to expire at 6 PM today, February 15, 2026.

The takeaway

Strong winds can pose a real threat to public safety, so residents in the affected areas should take the necessary precautions to secure outdoor items and exercise caution when driving until the advisory expires.