Severe storm activity is anticipated this Thursday afternoon and evening across Atlanta and parts of north Georgia, as indicated by the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center. The region is currently under a Level 1 severe threat, signaling the potential for strong storms.
By midday, reports confirmed a severe thunderstorm warning for Rabun County, marking the beginning of storm developments. As the afternoon progresses, scattered storms are expected to emerge, bringing heavy rain, significant lightning, and damaging wind gusts.
The storm warnings have been issued for several counties, including Fulton, Paulding, Douglas, and Cobb, with alerts extending based on the storm’s movements and intensity. By 5:26 p.m., reports of hail began flooding in as the storm system advanced through Metro Atlanta.
Specific warnings included:
– Fulton, DeKalb, and Gwinnett counties until 5:30 p.m.
– Coffee, Forsyth, Cherokee, Cobb, and Gwinnett counties until 5:15 p.m.
– Gwinnett, Barrow, Forsyth, Hall, and Jackson counties until 5 p.m.
There have also been several incidents of flooding and downed trees reported in Hall County, particularly around Gainesville.
Amidst the impending weather, residents are encouraged to stay informed. The 11Alive Weather Impact Team offers live updates and has a dedicated app for real-time weather alerts.
With proactive measures and timely updates, communities can navigate severe weather risks and stay safe during these storms.