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LAFAYETTE -- The Easter Sunday storm that may have spawned a tornado in the Center Post community damaged nearly two dozen homes. Walker County Fire Rescue personnel made the finding during a preliminary damage assessment along a four-mile stretch that included Ramey Road, Halls Valley Road and Highway 151.

Two dozen homes damaged in Walker County after Easter storms

by Thom ChandlerApril 14, 2020April 14, 2020

Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency in Georgia Monday after a severe storm system ripped through the state Sunday night and early Monday, generating high winds, heavy rain and tornadoes.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declares state of emergency after Easter tornadoes

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceApril 13, 2020August 12, 2020

Several tornadoes touched down across the peach state Sunday night and Monday morning causing thousands to be without power and resulting in multiple fatalities and widespread damage to buildings and structures in numerous Georgia counties, according to the state insurance commissioner's office.

Multiple fatalities, widespread damage and power outages reported in wake of Easter Sunday tornadoes

by Thom ChandlerApril 13, 2020April 13, 2020

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A tornado touched down South of Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerApril 13, 2020April 13, 2020

A strong storm system is making its way through the Southeast and is expected to hit Georgia in the evening and overnight hours of Sunday moving into Monday.

Easter storm system threatens high winds and tornadoes across Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 12, 2020April 12, 2020

Get ready, North Georgia. Snow is expected again.

Snow threatens North Georgia again Thursday

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 19, 2020February 20, 2020

CALHOUN -- Calhoun City Schools will be delayed by two hours Thursday, Feb. 13 due to the potential for damaging winds, possible tornadoes and flash flooding.

Calhoun City Schools will delay opening by 2 hours Thursday due to weather

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 12, 2020February 12, 2020

Georgians awoke to snowfall Saturday morning as the northern portion of the Peach State turned into a winter wonderland for a day. Here are some of the images that were captured during this rare February snowfall.

Photo Gallery: Snow blankets North Georgia

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 8, 2020February 8, 2020

FORSYTH COUNTY -- A Georgia Sheriff, fed up with the number of wrecks on the roads, took to Facebook to put drivers on notice.

Georgia Sheriff: Get off roads unless you’re driving to the hospital

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 8, 2020September 24, 2023

The snow has started falling in north Georgia. While most areas will see less than one inch of accumulation, cities in the mountains may get up to 2 inches. Scroll down to see live updates and photos of the snow.

Snow falls on north Georgia

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 8, 2020February 8, 2020

The Gist: Snow has been predicted for north Georgia on Saturday. That doesn't necessarily mean that it will definitely snow and current models show that the below freezing temperatures may not line up with the precipitation. If it does line up, it could mean about an inch of snow Saturday morning.

Will it snow in north Georgia on Saturday?

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 7, 2020September 24, 2023

Schools in Pickens County are closed Friday due to icy road conditions.

Pickens County schools closed due to icy road conditions

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 7, 2020February 7, 2020

In the wake of yesterday's storms that caused floods and road closures throughout Georgia, Hall County officials are reporting that two country roads remain closed.

Two roads in Hall County remain closed due to storm damage

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 7, 2020February 7, 2020

A Georgia Youtube channel called Adventures of Frank and Tina captured this startling view of Seabreeze Lake in Buchanan, Georgia. Heavy rains Thursday caused the lake to rise above the shoreline, flooding into an adjacent picnic area and playground.

VIDEO: Georgia lake jumps its banks into a playground

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 6, 2020February 6, 2020

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze watch for Southeast Georgia from Monday evening through Tuesday morning.

Temperatures expected to drop below freezing in Southeast Georgia Monday night

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 19, 2020January 19, 2020

The current weather model is showing that the most severe weather Saturday is expected at the Georgia-Alabama state line.

Severe Weather Update: Worst weather expected at Georgia state line

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 11, 2020January 12, 2020

In addition to expected severe storms Saturday, Georgians will have to contend with high winds.

High winds are expected with today’s severe thunderstorms across Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 11, 2020January 12, 2020

With severe storms expected Saturday afternoon and evening, Georgia Power says it is ready for the power outages the storm will bring with it. The power company is advising Georgia residents to also be prepared for power outages due to the weather event.

Georgia Power says it is prepared for severe storms Saturday. Are you?

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 10, 2020January 12, 2020