Weather

WHAT
Dangerously cold wind chills ranging from 10 below zero in the north Georgia mountains to the single digits above zero in central Georgia.

WHERE
All of north and central Georgia.

WHEN
From Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon.

IMPACTS
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

WHAT
Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations up to two inches with locally higher totals possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.

WHERE
Portions of central, east central, north central, and northwest Georgia.

WHEN
From Friday evening through Sunday morning.

IMPACTS
Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Wind chills will range from 5 degrees below zero to the lower teens above zero on Saturday and from ten degrees below zero to to the single digits above zero Saturday night and Sunday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.