Update: National weather service did a survy and confirmed the tornado at an EF-1 tornado with speeds up to 95 MPH.
🌪️ Possible Tornado Touchdown in Upson and Pike Counties, GA
Situation Overview
Late Wednesday night/early Thursday morning (June 26, 2025), areas just north west of Thomaston—especially the rural stretch along Atwater Road—and near Molena, GA, experienced severe weather that raised concerns about a possible tornado touchdown.
Evidence of Damage
- Tree damage reported: Multiple large trees are down along Atwater Road in Thomaston and northward toward Molena. Although no structural damage has been confirmed yet, several residents and first responders have shared photos and reports of snapped and uprooted pines and hardwoods.
- Tornado not yet confirmed: The National Weather Service (NWS) has not affirmed a tornado touchdown. Damage assessments are ongoing, and teams are expected to survey the affected corridors for tornadic signatures.
Warning Issued
At exactly 1:12 AM EDT, the NWS office in Peachtree City issued a Tornado Warning covering portions of Upson and Pike counties (interactivehailmaps.com, forecast.weather.gov).
The alert mentioned radar-indicated rotation and urged residents to seek immediate shelter. Although the warning has since expired, the NWS said that tree damage was “likely” in impacted areas including Molena, Atwater, and Hannahs Mill (tornadohq.com).
What We Know So Far
| Area | Observations | Confirmation Status |
|---|---|---|
| Atwater Road (Thomaston) | Multiple trees down; no buildings damaged | No tornado confirmed yet |
| Near Molena, GA | Similar reports of fallen trees, debris | Still under investigation |
- Trees down: Several residents reported large pines snapped at the base and hardwoods uprooted. Power lines may also be affected—residents should be cautious.
- Tornado confirmation pending: NWS meteorologists plan ground and aerial surveys to search for tornado-wind signatures, such as convergent treefall patterns.
⚠️ Safety Reminder
While surveys are underway, residents in Upson and Pike counties are strongly advised to:
- Stay updated through official NWS channels or local emergency alerts.
- Remain aware of changing weather—strong storms may still be in the region.
- Report damage or debris via county emergency services or NWS spotter networks.
- Keep a plan ready for sheltering, especially if further warnings are issued.
⏱ Next Updates
- Crews from the National Weather Service will conduct damage surveys throughout the morning.
- Local authorities may issue road closures or power outage alerts as cleanup progresses.
- We’ll continue to track whether the incident is later classified as a tornado touchdown.
Bottom Line
A Tornado Warning issued at 1:12 AM covered the area, and while tree damage is substantial along Atwater Road and near Molena, a tornado touchdown has not yet been confirmed. Follow emergency alerts and stay alert this morning—you never know what could follow a storm system like this.