North Georgia is under an extreme cold warning tonight, with frigid temperatures and biting wind chills creating hazardous conditions.
❄️ What’s Happening: Forecasters expect wind chills to plummet to zero or below across much of the region, posing significant risks to those outdoors. Areas not under the extreme cold warning are still under a cold weather advisory, where wind chills are forecasted to drop into the single digits.
You may se some snow flurries this afternoon and tonight, but it is not expected to stick.
🚨 Why It Matters: These extreme temperatures can lead to frostbite in as little as 30 minutes for exposed skin. Officials are urging residents to limit time outside, layer up in warm clothing, and bring pets indoors. Vulnerable populations, including the elderly and those without adequate heating, face heightened risks.
📍 Local Impacts: Schools, businesses, and community organizations are monitoring the situation, with some already planning delays or closures. Shelters are opening their doors to ensure everyone has a warm place to stay, and emergency services are on high alert.
💡 Take Action:
- If you must be outside, wear a hat, gloves, and insulated boots.
- Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those with limited resources.
- Protect pipes by allowing faucets to drip and keeping cabinet doors open near sinks.
🔮 What’s Next: The extreme cold warning ends at noon on Monday, but freezing conditions could persist in some areas and the weather is expected to remain cold. Stay tuned for updates from local officials and the National Weather Service.
Snow is still expected throughout much of the state on Tuesday.
🙏 Remember The Golden Rule: If you have extra coats, blankets, or warm clothing, consider donating them to local shelters. A little kindness can make all the difference in keeping someone safe this winter.
B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
