News Summary
A cold front in North Georgia has brought severe thunderstorms, prompting alerts across several counties. As storms intensified, reports of downed trees and damage emerged. Local events, such as an Atlanta Braves game, faced delays. Residents are urged to stay vigilant as meteorologists predict continued severe weather through the weekend.
Atlanta, Georgia – A cold front sweeping through North Georgia has resulted in multiple rounds of severe thunderstorms, prompting widespread alerts and warnings across the region. These severe weather warnings are in effect for several counties and are expected to continue into the weekend, with forecasts indicating more severe weather throughout Saturday night.
The first severe thunderstorm warnings were issued on Friday evening, with a warning alerting residents of Fayette, Fulton, Henry, DeKalb, Clayton, and Gwinnett counties until 10:30 p.m. By 9:38 p.m., the severe thunderstorm watch was extended until 2 a.m. for counties including Fayette, Pike, Heard, and Rockdale. As the evening progressed, multiple warnings continued to be announced for areas such as Fulton, Forsyth, Hall, Dawson, White, and Cherokee counties.
Reports of dangerous weather began to emerge as the storm intensified. At 8:35 p.m., a severe thunderstorm watch was extended for Towns, Forsyth, Hall, Douglas, Dawson, White, Union, and Cobb counties until 11 p.m. Earlier in the evening, the Hall County Emergency Management Agency reported downed trees and power lines but confirmed there were no reports of injuries.
Additionally, at approximately 9:12 p.m., warnings were issued for Fayette, Fulton, Coweta, and Meriwether counties until 10 p.m. Severe thunderstorm warnings remained active for other regions through the hours, with reports coming in about hail and possible tornado activity.
Locals shared footage capturing what appeared to be a rotating storm over Lake Lanier at 8:55 p.m., though there has been no confirmation of a tornado or waterspout associated with the storm activity. However, viewers in Hall County managed to film a potential tornado as the storms developed, adding to the urgency of the situation as meteorologists monitored the evolving conditions.
The powerful storms also affected local events, including a brief rain delay at the Atlanta Braves game against the Dodgers at Truist Park. The impact of these thunderstorms was felt beyond just the immediate weather threat; earlier in the day, four individuals were sent to the hospital after a roof collapse at Chemence Medical Products due to heavy rain, with reports indicating that injuries were minor. Additionally, a house fire was ignited by a lightning strike on Laurian View Ct. as the storms rolled through the area.
As of now, meteorologists advise that families remain cautious and prepared for continued severe weather through the weekend. The National Weather Service continues to monitor the situation closely, providing updates on severe thunderstorm warnings and watches as they are issued. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the ongoing weather developments and to heed any local safety advisories.
Though the storms have caused disruptions and concerns across multiple counties, officials have stressed the importance of following safety protocols during severe weather events. As the cold front continues to influence conditions across Georgia, communities brace for further potential weather-related challenges over the coming days.
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