Winter Storm Watch

Locations Affected

Atlanta, GA ∙ Sandy Springs, GA ∙ Athens, GA ∙ Roswell, GA ∙ Johns Creek, GA ∙ Alpharetta, GA ∙ Smyrna, GA ∙ Marietta, GA ∙ Oconee, GA ∙ Davisboro, GA

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Peachtree City GA 1243 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026 ...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH MONDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow and sleet accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations between one quarter and three quarters of an inch possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, north central, northeast, and northwest Georgia. * WHEN...From late Friday night through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Expect power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

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