Damaging winds, flash flood threats in North Georgia this weekend
Storm return this weekend along with the possibility of another two inches of rain. Here’s the latest on the timing and intensity from the FOX 5 Storm Team.
ATLANTA – Saturday features on-and-off showers.
However, a vigorous line of storms will move through North Georgia before dawn on Sunday, bringing most neighborhoods another half-inch to an inch of rainfall.
What we know:
A Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather has been issued for Georgia, particularly on Sunday morning, with a primary concern of damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph. While tornadoes are not the primary hazard, there is still a low potential for a brief tornado, making the situation more unpredictable, especially in the early hours of Sunday. The timeframe for the most intense activity is between 2 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Sunday.
What we don’t know:
While the main risk will be concentrated in the far western parts of the state, flash flooding remains a significant concern across much of north Georgia. A Slight Risk (Level 2 of 4) for flooding will be present, especially given the saturated ground from recent rainfall. Flooding is most likely along and north of Interstate 85. The heavy rain expected early Sunday could exacerbate swollen rivers and increase the potential for a second round of river flooding this week.
Timeline:
The severe weather threat will unfold overnight, with the peak period occurring between 2 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Sunday. Although the risk for severe weather will extend across most of north and central Georgia, the western portions of the state are expected to experience the greatest intensity. The threat for flash flooding will be most pronounced during this time as well, with rainfall rates at their highest early Sunday morning. River flooding is a more gradual concern and could linger into the start of next week, as rivers that were already receding may rise to flood stage again.
What’s next:
The overnight timing of this event increases the potential for nocturnal tornadoes, which is an added danger for residents during the night hours when visibility and awareness are lower. Additionally, strong winds coupled with saturated soils could lead to trees and power lines being downed, further complicating the situation. Widespread power outages are possible, especially in areas where trees and power lines are already vulnerable. For rivers affected by recent rains, some could rise to flood stage again, exacerbating existing flooding concerns, especially as rain falls overnight.
The Source: This article consists of original forecasting by the FOX 5 Storm Team.
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Flood warning in effect as Chattahoochee River overflows in Atlanta
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February 13th, 2025
The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for the Chattahoochee River through late Thursday night. (Matthew Pearson/WABE)
This story was updated on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 1:39 p.m.
Overnight rain in Atlanta has caused flooding along the Chattahoochee River affecting local schools, homes and roadways.
The storm dumped 2-4 inches of rain in metro Atlanta and up to 6 inches in parts of Haralson, Polk, Bartow and Cherokee Counties, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
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The agency reports minor flooding continuing to expand into the woodlands along the river at Paces Ferry Road in Northwest Atlanta. Paces Ferry Drive, the intersection of Paces Manor and Farmington Drive, an athletic field at the Lovett School and the backyards of residential homes on Cochise Drive will be under 3 feet of water.
NWS issued a flood warning in effect for the Chattahoochee through late Thursday night due to the storm.
A flood warning is also in effect for the Conasauga River near Eton in North Georgia, Euharlee Creek at U.S. 278 in Rockmart, the Yellow River near Milstead in DeKalb County, the Ocmulgee River near Macon, the Broad River near Carlton in Madison County, the Oconee River near Penfield, Suwanee Creek in Suwanee, Settingdown Creek near Ball Ground and Coosa River at Mayo’s Bar near Rome.
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“Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads,” NWS warned. “Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.”
Clouds will clear out Thursday, with sunny skies moving in and a high near 57 degrees in Atlanta. Temperatures will drop below freezing overnight into Friday, with wind gusts as high as 25 mph.
Rain showers are expected to return over the weekend.
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