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Weather / Severe Weather
Metro Atlanta Braces for Severe Storms and Flash Flood Warning
Metro Atlanta is under a Flash Flood Warning as a potent line of storms moves through North Georgia, bringing damaging winds, brief tornadoes, and intense lightning. The warning remains in effect for most of the metro area until 7:45 a.m.
Key Insights
- **Flash Flood Warning:** In effect for central Cobb County, northwestern DeKalb County, northeastern Douglas County, central Fulton County, southwestern Gwinnett County, and southeastern Paulding County until 7:45 a.m.
- **Power Outages:** Over 20,000 power outages reported across Georgia.
- **Severe Thunderstorm Warnings:** Issued for multiple counties, with hazards including 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail.
- **Tornado Watch:** In effect for much of North Georgia until 2 a.m. for Dade, Walker, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Dawson, Fannin, Forsyth, Gilmer, Lumpkin, Pickens, Union, Bartow, Floyd, Gordon, Murray and Whitfield counties.
In-Depth Analysis
A potent line of storms moved through North Georgia on Tuesday evening and early Wednesday morning, bringing damaging winds, brief tornadoes, and intense lightning. The strongest activity was forecast to occur around midnight, with temperatures dropping from the 70s into the 60s as the storms passed.
**Timeline of Events:** - **1:48 a.m.:** Flash Flood Warning issued for several metro Atlanta counties. - **1:45 a.m.:** Over 20,000 power outages reported statewide. - **1:36 a.m.:** Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southern Carroll County. - **12:25 a.m.:** Flash Flood Warning for southern Floyd County.
**Impacted Areas:** The storms impacted various counties in North Georgia and metro Atlanta, including Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fulton, Gwinnett, Paulding, Carroll, Haralson, Rabun, and Floyd counties. These areas experienced heavy rain, strong winds, and the possibility of tornadoes.
FAQ
- **Q: How can I report storm damage?
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Takeaways
- Stay informed about weather updates through local news and weather apps.
- Have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially during overnight hours.
- Be prepared for power outages and potential flash flooding.
- If you see storm damage and can safely take a photo or video of it, email [email protected] and show us.
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