Atlanta, GA – Strong storms are expected to move across north and central Georgia beginning tonight, bringing the threat of damaging winds and heavy rainfall through early Friday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, showers and thunderstorms will become more widespread late Wednesday evening and continue into Friday. Forecasters say a few storms could become severe, producing wind gusts up to 60 mph, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.
Rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches are possible in far northern Georgia, raising the risk of flash flooding in vulnerable areas. The greatest chance for severe weather is Thursday afternoon and evening, but isolated strong storms could develop as early as tonight in northwest Georgia near Rome and Dalton.
Forecasters note the overall threat level is low, categorized as “marginal” by the Storm Prediction Center, but residents should remain alert as storms track eastward. Areas including Atlanta, Gainesville, Athens, Macon, and Columbus are all within the risk zone.
Drivers are urged to use caution, especially during heavy downpours, and residents should prepare for possible power outages from strong winds.
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