Peachtree City, Georgia – A significant ice storm is expected to impact portions of Georgia this weekend, with dangerous travel conditions and power outages becoming increasingly likely from Saturday afternoon through Monday morning, especially across northeast Georgia.
According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, an Ice Storm Warning is now in effect for parts of northeast Georgia, where ice accumulations between a quarter inch and one inch are possible. Even small amounts of ice can create hazardous driving conditions, and the forecast amounts raise concern for downed trees, damaged power lines, and prolonged outages. A Winter Storm Watch remains in effect for surrounding areas, including portions of metro Atlanta and central Georgia, where lighter ice accumulations are still expected.
The greatest impacts are expected to begin Saturday afternoon as temperatures fall and rain transitions to freezing rain. Conditions are likely to worsen Saturday night into Sunday, when ice accretion becomes more widespread. Bridges and overpasses will become slick first, and travel could become dangerous or even impossible in the hardest-hit areas.
Cold temperatures lingering into Monday will exacerbate impacts, slowing ice melt and prolonging hazardous conditions on roadways. Officials urge residents to avoid non-essential travel, prepare for potential power outages, and take steps now to protect pipes, pets, and vulnerable family members.
Warnings and advisories remain subject to change as the event approaches, and residents are encouraged to closely monitor updates through the weekend.
