ATLANTA, GA – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Freeze Warning for most of Georgia tonight into Tuesday morning, marking the first widespread hard freeze of the season. Temperatures are expected to drop between 20–28°F, with “feels-like” conditions in the teens due to gusty winds.
According to the NWS Atlanta office, this freeze will extend across much of north and central Georgia, including metro Atlanta, Athens, Macon, Columbus, and Augusta. Higher elevations in North Georgia could see even colder readings overnight.
Meteorologists urge residents to remember the “4 P’s” — People, Pets, Pipes, and Plants — to minimize damage and stay safe during the cold snap. That includes bringing pets indoors, covering exposed pipes, checking on neighbors, and protecting sensitive vegetation before temperatures drop.
Officials remind parents to bundle up children waiting for school buses Tuesday morning, as wind chills may make it feel closer to the mid-teens in several areas.
Power outages are not expected but could occur in isolated spots due to the cold. Residents are advised to prepare accordingly and minimize time outdoors overnight.
This Arctic air mass is expected to move out by midweek, with temperatures rebounding slightly by Wednesday afternoon.
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