...WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...A mix of multiple winter precipitation types are expected.
Total snow and sleet accumulations up to 3 inches and ice
accumulations up to one third of an inch are possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, northwest, and west central Georgia.
* WHEN...From 5 AM Friday to 7 AM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Significant ice accumulation on
power lines and tree limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting
power outages. Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the
ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ice accumulations have been increased across
portions of the I20 and I85 corridors. Additional changes to ice
and snow amounts are possible with future forecast updates.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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 should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
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LOCUST GROVE — Henry County opened a warming shelter Thursday, Jan. 9, in advance of anticipated severe weather that was forecast for the weekend.
The National Weather Service issued a storm warning with the potential to bring snow, freezing rain or a wintry mix to Henry County and the surrounding area, beginning Friday morning. In addition. Gov. Brian Kemp declared a State of Emergency for the entire state Thursday in advance of the storm. The State of Emergency will remain in effect until Tuesday, Jan. 14.
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