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SAVANNAH – In anticipation of Tropical Storm Debby’s potential to cause significant flooding and damage, the City of Savannah, in partnership with Chatham County, has announced a curfew starting at 10 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 5, until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6.

Savannah Issues Curfew and Street Closures Ahead of Tropical Storm Debby

by Thom ChandlerAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

Georgia Power has ramped up efforts to prepare for Hurricane Debby, which is expected to hit Georgia with severe weather tonight. As the hurricane gathers strength in the Gulf of Mexico, the company is deploying restoration teams and resources to respond to potential power outages and damage.

Georgia Power Mobilizes Crews as Hurricane Debby Approaches

by Thom ChandlerAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

With Hurricane Debby looming, residents of southeast and central Georgia are advised to brace for severe weather. AAA is offering essential advice on how to stay safe and protect property as the storm approaches.

Hurricane Debby: Safety and Insurance Tips for Georgians

by Thom ChandlerAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

Residents of coastal Georgia brace for severe weather as Hurricane Debby, expected to downgrade to a tropical storm, threatens catastrophic flooding and dangerous winds. The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings and watches for the region, emphasizing the potential for historic rainfall and storm surge.

Weather Alert: Hurricane Debby Will Bring Flooding to Coastal Georgia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 5, 2024August 5, 2024

Savannah prepares for the arrival of Tropical Storm Debby by announcing the closure of all government offices on Tuesday, August 6th. While essential emergency functions remain operational, non-emergency services will halt as the city braces for the storm's impact.

Tropical Storm Debby Forces Savannah to Shut Down Government Offices Tuesday

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2024August 4, 2024

The Chatham Emergency Management Agency has entered the Readiness Phase in anticipation of Tropical Storm Debby. With storm force winds and heavy rain expected in the next 24 hours, residents should take immediate action to protect their homes and families.

Chatham County Prepares for Impact of Tropical Storm Debby

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2024August 4, 2024

Grady County schools and system offices will be closed on Monday, August 5th, as a precautionary measure against Tropical Storm Debby. All after-school activities are also canceled.

Grady County Schools Closed Monday Due to Tropical Storm Debby

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2024August 4, 2024

Savannah's mayor has declared a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Debby threatens severe flooding and wind damage. Residents should prepare for heavy rainfall and potential evacuations.

Savannah Mayor Declares Emergency As Tropical Storm Debby Approaches

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2024August 4, 2024

Tropical Storm Debby is poised to unleash heavy rainfall and potential flooding across Georgia, sparking concerns for residents throughout the state. As the storm advances, authorities urge Georgians to prepare for possible severe weather impacts.

Weather, Newsflash

Tropical Storm Debby to Drench Georgia with Heavy Rainfall and Flooding

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2024August 4, 2024

Tybee Island residents are urged to prepare for Tropical Depression Four by collecting sandbags, as the storm threatens to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to the area.

Tybee Island Prepares for Tropical Storm with Sand Distribution

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2024August 3, 2024

Georgia braces for severe weather as Tropical Depression Four approaches, potentially intensifying into Tropical Storm Debby, while a heat advisory warns of dangerous temperatures.

Heat and Storms to Impact Georgia As Debby Approaches

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2024August 3, 2024

Georgia and other states along the Gulf Coast are bracing for the potential impact of what is expected to become Tropical Storm Debby. As of the latest update from the National Hurricane Center, the storm is located near the Bahamas and is moving west-northwest at 16 mph, with maximum sustained winds of 30 mph. While the storm has not yet reached tropical storm strength, it is forecasted to strengthen as it moves into the Gulf of Mexico over the weekend.

Tropical Storm Debby Could Impact Georgia: What You Need to Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 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

Storms ripped through North Georgia last night, plunging over 23,000 residents into darkness. This morning, eight Planters EMC linemen rolled out to assist Amicalola EMC in Jasper, GA.

Storm Cleanup: 23,000 Jasper Residents Without Power

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024

COBB COUNTY -- Storm damage still litters Cobb County roads after Tuesday's night of fierce storms. County crews are racing to clear the mess, but hazards remain.

Storm Cleanup: Cobb County Crews Tackle Tree Trouble After Tuesday’s Tempest

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024

A hazardous weather outlook has been issued for portions of North and Central Georgia, warning residents of potential severe weather conditions.

Weather, Newsflash

Scattered Thunderstorms Are Moving into Georgia This Afternoon

by Thom ChandlerJuly 30, 2024July 30, 2024

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DeKalb County Opens Cooling Centers Amid Forecasted Excessive Heat

by Thom ChandlerJuly 30, 2024July 30, 2024

CANDLER COUNTY – A severe storm that swept through Candler County tonight caused significant disruption by knocking down the traffic light at the intersection of Highways 46 and 57.

Storm Knocks Down Traffic Light at Candler County Intersection

by Thom ChandlerJuly 29, 2024July 29, 2024