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A winter storm is bringing accumulating snow to metro Atlanta and north Georgia, with heavier amounts in the east (3–6 inches) and lighter totals to the west, along with bitter cold and strong winds; travel hazards are rising as GDOT prepares to plow and flights are affected.
A winter storm is forecast to bring 2 to 6 inches of snow to metro Atlanta and much of North Georgia, triggering multiple Winter Storm Warnings and Extreme Cold advisories across numerous counties and prompting widespread event cancellations and school closures this weekend, including Braves Fest and several county districts; check the official closings page for updates.
An Ice Storm Warning covers much of north and central Georgia, including metro Atlanta, with forecasters predicting 0.25 to 1 inch of ice that could cause dangerous travel, downed trees, and power outages; impacts are expected mainly overnight and into Sunday morning, with a possible shift to rain later in the day, though refreezing Sunday night could renew hazards, so residents should limit travel and monitor updates.
The National Weather Service issued an ice storm warning for metro Atlanta from 1 p.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Monday, predicting up to an inch of ice and 20-30 mph winds that could cripple travel and trigger widespread outages. Schools canceled weekend activities; Atlanta’s airport deployed new runway-clearing equipment as part of storm prep. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency, mobilizing resources and planning for possible National Guard assistance, while officials urged residents to stock supplies and prepare for power outages as arctic air follows the storm.
A Tornado Watch has been extended to include much of metro Atlanta and parts of west Georgia until 3 a.m. Wednesday, with the National Weather Service warning of strong to severe storms, including the potential for tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, and large hail. Residents are advised to stay updated on the weather conditions and prepare for windy and much cooler conditions on Wednesday with lingering showers.
A tornado watch has expired in metro Atlanta after severe storms, including a confirmed tornado in Conyers, moved through the area. The National Weather Service will assess the damage, and a flash flood warning has been issued for several counties until 7:15 a.m. Windy and cooler conditions are expected for the day.
Police in metro Atlanta are searching for a critically missing teenager. The exact details of the case have not been provided.
Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for metro Atlanta, marking the first of its kind in the area. Residents are advised to stay updated with the latest weather conditions through Stormtracker 2HD Radar and live updates.
A Code Orange Air Quality Alert has been issued for metro Atlanta due to pollution mixing with sunshine, creating ground-level ozone. The alert indicates unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups, such as people with lung disease, children, older adults, and those who spend a significant amount of time outdoors. The worst times to be outside will be throughout Thursday afternoon.
Parts of metro Atlanta and north Georgia are under a Level 3 out of 5 risk for severe weather, with possible strong, damaging wind gusts and hail, and the possibility of a brief tornado. Several waves of scattered rain and strong to severe storms are expected to move through the area through the evening and into the early morning hours. Severe Thunderstorm Warnings have been issued for various counties in the area.