Below are some pictures throughout Georgia of the impacts of today’s ice storm.
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Ice storm isn’t over for northeast Georgia
A second wave of freezing rain and sleet will bring up to half an inch of additional ice to parts of northeast Georgia through this evening. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service in Atlanta issued the forecast at 3:55 p.m. Sunday. Freezing rain and sleet are falling in portions of northeast Georgia as precipitation moves […]
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Georgia appeals dismissal of ‘Cop City’ RICO charges against 56 defendants
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is asking the state Court of Appeals to immediately review a trial court’s decision that dismissed racketeering charges against 56 of 61 defendants accused of crimes related to protests against the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. What’s Happening: A Fulton County Superior Court judge dismissed the racketeering count on December […]
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Power restored to 70,000 Georgians as ice storm hits
Georgia Power has restored power to approximately 70,000 customers since Winter Storm Fern began, but new outages are occurring Sunday as freezing rain, high winds and potential tornadoes continue across the state. What’s Happening: 10,000 personnel including Georgia Power employees, contractors and partner utility workers are responding to storm damage. The company issued the update […]
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Flooding reported on Ga. 400 south of Northridge as ice storm continues
Flooding is occurring on both directions of Ga. 400 south of Northridge on Sunday afternoon as rain and ice continue to bring down trees across the area. What’s Happening: Ga. 400 northbound and southbound lanes are experiencing flooding south of Northridge. Trees continue to fall across roads as rain and ice accumulate. Roads are mostly […]
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Ice Storm 2026: Freezing rain continues in northeast Georgia this afternoon
The National Weather Service in Atlanta reports that freezing rain will increase this afternoon in northeast Georgia, where temperatures will remain below freezing as heavier precipitation moves in from the west. What’s Happening: Parts of metro Atlanta and areas along I-20 will slowly warm above freezing this afternoon. Much of northeast Georgia will remain below […]
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Around Georgia: Winter Weather Cancelations and Closures
Chattahoochee National Recreation Center Closings If for some reason you were planning to visit the Chattahoochee National Recreation Center during an ice storm, the Visitor Center at Island Ford will be closed for safety on Sunday. All visitors should use utmost precaution while the ice storm warning is in effect. DeKalb Public Health Centers Closed […]
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Georgia state troopers respond to 653 calls during ice storm
The Georgia Department of Public Safety responded to 653 calls in storm-affected areas by noon Sunday as winter weather created dangerous road conditions across northern Georgia. What’s Happening: State troopers handled 17 traffic crashes and provided 76 motorist assists in areas impacted by the winter storm. The numbers cover only storm-affected areas, not the entire […]
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The South’s Ice Storm Golden Rule: Love Thy Neighbor, Clear the Shelves
Georgia got hit with an ice storm today, which in Southern terms means we received approximately one-eighth of an inch of frozen precipitation and responded like the opening scene of a disaster movie. For those unfamiliar with Georgia’s relationship with winter weather, let me explain: We treat ice the way medieval villagers treated the plague. […]
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What areas in Georgia got ice Sunday morning?
A winter storm swept across the country and left icy roads in northeast Georgia Sunday morning. What’s Happening: Ice and white roads showed up primarily in the northeast part of the state, based on what traffic cameras and reporters are seeing. The heaviest impacts run up GA-400, up I-85, and east toward Athens and beyond. […]
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Augusta activates warming shelters ahead of ice storm
Augusta activated warming shelters Saturday and Sunday as the city prepares for an ice storm expected to bring freezing rain and ice accumulation beginning Saturday evening. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued an ice storm warning for Augusta. Freezing rain is expected to start Saturday evening and continue into Sunday. Ice accumulation between 0.15 […]
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Are you confused about the current ice storm forecast? Here’s the scoop
The National Weather Service in Peachtree City issued a clarification Sunday about severe weather forecasts for central Georgia, addressing confusion about which areas could see thunderstorms versus ice. What’s Happening: The agency posted on social media that uncertainty remains about how far north severe weather could extend Sunday afternoon. The forecast depends on how a […]
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Kemp activates National Guard ahead of ice storm
With an ice storm named Fern bearing down on Georgia Saturday afternoon, Gov. Brian Kemp activated the National Guard, staging 120 members to deploy to the northeast part of the state, where ice and wind were expected to cause the most disruption. The Guardsmen will be organized into strike teams, deploying as needs arise, his […]
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How much ice will your area get this weekend?
The National Weather Service has issued updated ice accumulation forecasts for north and central Georgia through Sunday night. What’s Happening: A major ice storm is forecast to produce ice accumulations across north Georgia. The storm begins today in northwest Georgia, with the worst impacts in northeast Georgia and Atlanta expected Sunday. What’s Important: Ice accumulations […]
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Georgia Ice Storm: School Closings
School closures are starting to come in Monday due to Georgia’s impending ice storm. Below are the closures we know about so far. Troup County Schools Closed: Due to the ongoing inclement weather, all Troup County Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26. Marietta City Schools Closed: Marietta City Schools will be […]
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Is Cherokee County ready for the ice storm?
Cherokee County activated its Emergency Operations Center at 1 p.m. Saturday and officials are urging residents to be home by sundown Saturday as forecasters predict the most significant ice storm to hit the area since January 2000. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service forecasts ice accumulations of 0.50 to 1 inch across Cherokee County beginning […]
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Ice Storm: Forsyth County sheriff’s office joins chorus of officials begging drivers to stay home
The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning Saturday urging residents to stay off the roads as Winter Storm Fern brings ice to the area. What’s Happening: The sheriff’s office posted on social media Saturday telling residents not to drive unless necessary. The post acknowledged the office’s usual lighthearted tone but emphasized the seriousness of […]
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Ice Storm: Atlanta officials tell drivers to stay off the roads
The City of Atlanta is urging residents to avoid driving as an ice storm is forecast to bring hazardous road conditions across the city. What’s Happening: The City of Atlanta issued the warning Saturday as forecasters predict ice accumulation that could make roads extremely dangerous. Officials are asking residents to limit travel to what is […]
