Active Weather Alerts
Extreme Cold Warning
Issued: 4:50 PM Jan. 30, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM SATURDAY TO 1 PM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills ranging from as cold as 15 degrees below in the north Georgia mountains to the single digits above zero in central Georgia. * WHERE...All of north and central Georgia. * WHEN...From 7 PM Saturday to 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. &&
Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 3:19 PM Jan. 30, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 1 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of central and north central Georgia. * WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 1 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Gusty winds could result in areas of blowing snow and poor visibility. Plan on very difficult to impossible travel conditions. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills will range from 5 degrees above zero to the lower teens above zero on Saturday and from five degrees below zero to to the single digits above zero Saturday night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons should consider delaying all travel. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. &&
Local Radar