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Tonight: Freezing rain is expected in the north Georgia mountains, which will travel southward into metro Atlanta by 10 p.m. This freezing rain is expected to continue overnight and through Sunday morning. Sunday morning: Freezing rain for most of north Georgia, including metro Atlanta.
An ice storm warning has been issued for several north Georgia counties with major impacts and dangerous travel likely. This is the first ice storm warning issued in Georgia since Feb. 2014.
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Why ice storms threaten north Georgia and Atlanta, the science behind this event
When an ice storm warning is issued for north Georgia and the Atlanta metro area, it’s not just another winter weather event. Ice storms are the most dangerous and disruptive winter weather we face — and our region is particularly vulnerable.
When a potentially catastrophic winter storm is predicted, Meals on Wheels Atlanta put their emergency protocols into effect to make sure the seniors they serve have food.
Upstate shelters are opening warming centers as the winter storm brings snow, ice and a risk of power outages.