The Georgia Department of Transportation is preparing for widespread effects expected from Hurricane Helene, which is forecasted to bring damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding across the state. Crews throughout Georgia are on high alert, with equipment loaded and strike teams ready to respond as the hurricane approaches the state overnight from Thursday, September 26, […]
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Here’s The Latest on Hurricane Helene as it Gets Closer to Georgia
Residents across north and central Georgia are bracing for significant impacts from Hurricane Helene, which is forecasted to bring widespread flooding, damaging winds, and the threat of tornadoes starting Thursday afternoon and lasting into Friday. Helene, now officially a hurricane, is strengthening in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to become a major hurricane […]
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12 Firearms Stolen From Georgia Gun Shop
Authorities are offering a $10,000 reward for information on a recent gun store burglary in Brooklet, Georgia, where 12 firearms were stolen. The theft, which took place in the early morning hours of September 24, has law enforcement concerned about the potential threat these weapons pose to the community. Why It Matters: Firearms falling into […]
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Are Georgia’s Electric Companies Prepared for Hurricane Helene?
As Hurricane Helene intensifies and heads for landfall, Georgia’s Electric Membership Corporations are making swift preparations for what could be a significant event for residents across the state. With Helene expected to strengthen into a Category 3 storm, it is projected to reach Florida’s Gulf Coast on Thursday before moving into Georgia by the evening. […]
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Valdosta Declares Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Helene
Valdosta has declared a state of local emergency as Hurricane Helene approaches, bringing heightened risks to the area. The city has activated emergency protocols aimed at protecting its residents and minimizing potential damage. The Details: The declaration, signed today, allows the city to enforce emergency measures. These include enacting curfews and coordinating disaster management with […]
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Georgia Activates Travel Alert Webpage Ahead of Hurricane Helene
Residents and travelers preparing for Hurricane Helene can now access vital information from the Georgia Department of Economic Development. The state has activated a Travel Alert webpage aimed at providing critical resources, including lodging availability and operational updates for key travel centers. The Details: The Travel Alert webpage is available at exploregeorgia.org/hurricane-helene-travel-alerts, offering real-time information […]
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Threat of Hurricane Helene Keeps JD Vance Out of Georgia
Republican Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance has canceled his first planned campaign stop in Macon due to safety concerns over Hurricane Helene. The Trump-Vance campaign announced Wednesday that Vance’s visit, originally set for Thursday, will not happen as planned. The decision was made in light of the dangerous weather forecast tied to the incoming hurricane. […]
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SAT Scores Slip in Georgia: What We Know
Georgia public school students saw a decline in their SAT scores for the class of 2024, with the average score falling to 1030, down from 1045 in 2023. This represents a slip in performance, even as the state’s students continue to outperform the national average. The Details: The class of 2024 recorded a mean score […]
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When Will Helene Arrive in Georgia?
Residents across north and central Georgia are preparing for the arrival of Tropical Storm Helene, which is forecasted to bring heavy rainfall, possible tornadoes, and significant flooding starting Thursday and into Friday. As of 7 a.m., the storm’s path remains on track, with tropical storm watches now issued for parts of central Georgia. The Details: […]
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Chatham County Braces for Tropical Storm Helene
Chatham County is under a Tropical Storm Watch as Tropical Storm Helene moves closer to the U.S. coast. Helene is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane as it tracks across the Gulf of Mexico, with landfall projected for Thursday evening. The storm is likely to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and potential tornadoes to […]