News Summary
Severe storms swept through Metro Atlanta and North Georgia, leading to tornado warnings and damaging winds. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect, with risks of flooding and hail. Residents are urged to stay updated on weather alerts due to persistent storms.
Atlanta, GA
Severe storms swept across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia on Sunday afternoon, with increased risks of damaging winds and tornadoes. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until midnight for most of metro Atlanta as storms brought significant weather threats to the region.
Multiple counties have reported severe weather warnings, including Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, Cherokee, Floyd, Gordon, Bartow, and Pickens. Tornado warnings were issued for Bartow and Gordon counties until 7:30 p.m., highlighting the potential dangers from the storm system.
In addition to tornadoes, the primary threats consist of damaging straight-line winds that could reach gusts of up to 70 mph. Residents should also be wary of moderate hail and localized flooding due to heavy rain. As storms move through the area, the next significant line is expected to impact regions such as Rome and Carrollton between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m.
Initially, some showers may be anticipated for Monday morning; however, drier conditions later in the day have led to the cancellation of the First Alert Weather Day for Memorial Day. Still, meteorologists caution that storms may continue into Monday night, with the strongest activity projected between 9 p.m. and midnight.
Severe Weather Impacts
Multiple trees have been reported down on I-75 southbound, resulting in a shutdown of traffic two miles south of Buc-ees in Adairsville. As the evening progresses, weather authorities have indicated that the severe thunderstorm watch may extend to additional counties as conditions continue to evolve.
In light of the severe readiness, weather updates will be provided live every hour, starting at midnight. Residents are strongly encouraged to monitor weather alerts and avoid outdoor activities during active warnings to ensure safety.
Power Outages and Forecast Information
Georgia Power and North Georgia EMC have reported multiple customers currently without power due to storm damage resulting from the severe weather. The temperatures in the area are expected to remain in the low 80s during the day, with nighttime lows anticipated in the upper 60s.
The weather forecast indicates that the threats of damaging winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning may persist into the following days, keeping residents on alert. As the storms continue to impact the region, local authorities advise vigilance and preparedness for further weather developments.
Conclusion
With the threat of severe weather still present, residents across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia should stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The evolving nature of the storm conditions calls for increased awareness as meteorologists monitor the situation closely.
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Additional Resources
- 11Alive: Weather Updates
- Wikipedia: Severe Weather
- Fox5 Atlanta: Tornado Warning
- Google Search: Atlanta Weather Alerts
- WSBTV: Severe Storms Risk
- Google Scholar: Severe Weather Impact
- Atlanta News First: Live Updates
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Storms
- Weather.com: Severe Weather Outbreak
- Google News: Atlanta Severe Weather
