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The USDA plans to distribute nearly 700,000 oral rabies vaccines across North Georgia through helicopter and airplane airdrops on October 14-15 and 21-28, targeting raccoons to curb rabies spread following recent cases in metro Atlanta. Residents are advised not to touch the bait, which is safe for animals but not humans or pets, and to ensure their pets are vaccinated against rabies.
On Monday, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in north Georgia, starting at 1:45 p.m. and reaching its maximum at 3:04 p.m. Some schools have adjusted schedules, and safety glasses compliant with ISO 12312-2 are recommended for viewing. The next total solar eclipse visible in Georgia will occur on August 12, 2045 over southwest Georgia, with subsequent opportunities in 2052 and 2078.
North Georgia is preparing for a bitterly cold weekend as an arctic blast brings dangerously low temperatures and wind chills near zero on Saturday morning, with high temperatures staying below freezing. Residents are advised to take precautions as the region braces for the cold snap before a shift to rainy and warmer weather early next week.
Several school districts and organizations in Georgia have announced closings, delays, or remote learning for Wednesday due to an impending arctic blast bringing dangerously low temperatures and significant wind chills. A Wind Chill Advisory has been issued for numerous areas, and warming centers and shelters have been opened in North Georgia and metro Atlanta counties.
A level 3 out of 5 risk for severe storms, including the possibility of brief spin-up tornadoes, is forecasted for Friday across north Georgia as another strong weather system moves in from the central US. The severe weather risk will be elevated across the region, with the potential for damaging 60 mph wind gusts. Showers are expected to move in Friday morning, with the severe risk increasing during the afternoon hours, but the system is expected to bring less rain overall.
Severe storms in north Georgia have caused power outages and damage, with downed trees being a major issue. A tornado watch has been issued for several counties in the region. The storms are primarily bringing heavy rain and strong wind gusts, with a slight risk of tornadoes.
North Georgia is at Level 1 risk for severe storms and isolated tornadoes on Tuesday, with heavy rain, damaging wind gusts, and a low but not zero chance of a brief tornado. The rain will start in the morning and continue throughout the day, potentially causing a wet commute. Stay updated with WSBTV.com and Channel 2 Action News for the latest information on the timing and impacts of the storms.
North Georgia is expected to experience a change in weather with light rain and cooler temperatures moving in by Wednesday morning, causing wet roads for the morning commute. The rain will clear out by late morning and early afternoon, but temperatures will remain cooler with highs in the mid-50s. The rain is expected to persist through the end of the workweek.
A fireball, believed to be an Earth grazer meteor, was spotted streaking across the evening sky over North Georgia. Witnesses reported sightings in multiple locations across Georgia and neighboring states. The bright flash occurred around dusk and lasted only a few seconds. The meteor may have been part of the Orionid meteor shower, which originates from Halley's Comet and peaks in late October. The shower can still be observed until November 22.
Severe storms in North Georgia have caused widespread damage, including the collapse of a gym wall in Calhoun. Trees have been uprooted, hail has been reported, and power outages have affected tens of thousands of customers across multiple counties. Another line of storms is expected on Friday.
Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for north Georgia, with isolated storms capable of producing damaging wind gusts, hail, heavy rain, and lightning. The stormy pattern is expected to continue into Tuesday night but should clear out before Fourth of July fireworks shows.
A heat advisory has been issued for all of north Georgia, except the north Georgia mountains, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s. Severe weather is also expected in parts of north Georgia, with a Level 1 out of 5 risk for metro Atlanta and a Level 2 out of 5 risk for far north Georgia. The severe weather may bring damaging winds, hail, and isolated storms. It is advised to stay indoors during the afternoon and evening, as temperatures may feel like 100°-105°.
A heat advisory has been issued for north Georgia on Saturday, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s and feel like 100°-105° in the afternoon. A Code Orange Air Quality Alert is also active for metro Atlanta. Additionally, parts of north Georgia may experience severe weather in the afternoon and evening, with a Level 2 out of 5 risk for far north Georgia and Level 1 out of 5 risk for Atlanta and areas south of Atlanta. The severe weather may bring damaging winds and hail.
Severe storms hit north Georgia causing damage and power outages in several areas. Local authorities reported multiple trees and powerlines down in at least 11 areas throughout the evening and night. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for several counties until 1 a.m. with isolated severe storms and damaging wind gusts possible. Over 66,000 people remain without power following a night of storms.
Severe weather, including thunderstorms and heavy rain, is sweeping through North Georgia, causing power outages and fallen trees. A 53-year-old man died after being struck by a falling tree in Atlanta. The storms are expected to impact mountain communities first before spreading into Metro Atlanta later in the evening. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect, and people are advised to have a way to be alerted to severe weather approaching their area.