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Atlanta residents can find relief from scorching temperatures at a new cooling center opening today at Selena S. Butler Park.

Atlanta Opens Cooling Center As Heat Wave Hits City

by B.T. ClarkJune 23, 2025

Georgia is facing a dangerous heat wave this week, with much of the state at risk for serious heat-related illness. Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

Dangerous Heat Wave Hits Georgia: How to Stay Safe as Temperatures Soar

by B.T. ClarkJune 23, 2025

Georgia is bracing for its first serious heat wave of 2025, with some cities having a 75% chance of hitting triple digit temperatures this week.

Heat Wave Comes to Georgia: Will Your Area See Triple-Digit Temps?

by B.T. ClarkJune 22, 2025

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by B.T. ClarkJune 19, 2025June 19, 2025

If you have been waiting for a reason to finally mow the lawn or just sit outside and judge your neighbor’s landscaping, this is your week. Georgia is about to enjoy a rare stretch of dry, sunny weather—unless you live in north Georgia, where Sunday could bring some of those famous summer showers.

Weekend Weather: Sunshine Sticks Around, But Georgia Gets a Sunday Surprise

by B.T. ClarkMay 31, 2025May 31, 2025

Georgia residents should prepare for an intense heatwave as the region experiences its hottest days of the week today and tomorrow.

Scorching Temperatures Return to Georgia for the Next 2 Days

by Thom ChandlerAugust 28, 2024August 28, 2024

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Another Heat Wave is Expected in Georgia This Week

by Thom ChandlerAugust 25, 2024August 25, 2024

As we roll into the weekend, Georgia residents can expect a steady climb in temperatures, ending a week that was practically paradise to go back to the usual summer swelter.

Georgia Weekend Weather: Temperatures Will Start to Climb Again

by Thom ChandlerAugust 23, 2024August 23, 2024

Georgia led the nation with 58 deaths related to extreme heat between 1980 and 2009, according to research from the University of Georgia.

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by Ellen Eldridge | GPBAugust 10, 2024August 10, 2024

Residents of north and central Georgia brace for oppressive heat today, with a heat advisory in effect and temperatures soaring beyond 105°F. Prepare for sizzling heat and the threat of severe thunderstorms later in the day.

Georgia Braces For Oppressive 105 Degree Heat

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

Heatwaves can wreck your sleep. This summer, millions of Americans faced dangerously high temperatures, with Georgia hit particularly hard. Beyond the obvious risks like heat exhaustion and dehydration, these soaring temperatures have wreaked havoc on sleep quality.

Having Trouble Sleeping? Blame The Heat

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024

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DeKalb County Opens Cooling Centers Amid Forecasted Excessive Heat

by Thom ChandlerJuly 30, 2024July 30, 2024

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DeKalb County Opens Cooling Centers in Response to Excessive Heat Forecast

by Thom ChandlerJuly 15, 2024

The National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for North and Central Georgia, warning of intense heat and potential thunderstorms.

Heat Wave Grips Georgia: Will Thunderstorms Offer Brief Relief?

by Thom ChandlerJuly 15, 2024July 15, 2024

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Weekend Weather: Georgia Gets Ready for Another Scorching Weekend

by Thom ChandlerJuly 11, 2024July 11, 2024

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