...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY MORNING...
* WHAT...Periods of snow, sleet, and freezing rain that could be
heavy at times. Total snow and sleet accumulations of 2-4 inches
in northern Georgia and up to 2 inches in metro Atlanta and points
east. Ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch are possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, northwest, and west central Georgia.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions, with travel likely
becoming difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the
Friday commute and linger into Saturday morning. The weight of ice
on tree limbs and power lines could produce scattered power
outages. Bridges and overpasses could become icy even if
temperatures remain slightly above freezing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this hazardous
situation. Any slight deviations in temperatures or track of the
weather system will result in changes for the precipitation type
forecast.
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In preparation for the severe weather forecasted to impact the area this week, Henry County Government will open a warming station on Thursday, Jan. 9 at 6 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a storm warning that has the potential to bring snow, freezing rain or a wintry mix to Henry County and the surrounding area, beginning Friday morning.
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