Augusta, GA
Winter Storm Georgia. Storm watch expands to Athens, more N. GA counties
Tips for driving during wintry weather
AAA Mid-Atlantic has provided some tips to help you drive during wintry weather.
Some very cold weather is moving further south in what the Weather Channel is calling Winter Storm Fern. While the exact severity of the storm is in flux, more of Georgia has been placed under a winter storm watch by the National Weather Service.
Where is the winter storm watch Georgia?
The first watch is largely in Georgia’s northern-most area covering cities like Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Ellijay, Fort Oglethorpe, Hiawassee, and Rome. The expanded watch now covers Athens, Crawford, Comer, Washington, Winder, Watkinsville, and Commerce.
Where is the winter storm watch in Georgia?
Both of the winter storm watches will be in effect from late Friday night through Monday morning.
When is it going to snow in Georgia?
In the areas under a winter storm watch, the NWS says heavy mixed precipitation is possible with total snow and sleet accumulations of an inch or less and ice accumulations greater than one quarter inch.
Here’s what the forecast looks like in other areas:
- Atlanta: Freezing rain is late Saturday and snow showers are late Sunday.
- Augusta: Rain and sleet possible Saturday, then freezing rain mixed possibly mixed with sleet 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. followed by more freezing rain through Sunday.
- Savannah: Little winter weather is predicted here. There’s a 30-40% chance of rain Saturday and 60-80% chance Sunday. Temperatures will drop down to about 41 degrees.
What is a winter storm watch?
A winter storm watch is issued when significant winter weather is possible, but not imminent, according to Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security. A watch is typically issued 12 to 48 hours before the possibility of winter weather.
What is the difference between a winter storm watch and a winter storm warning?
A winter storm warning is issued when a significant winter storm is more imminent and is a dangerous threat to life and property. These warnings are typically issued up to 36 hours before an event that has at least an 80% chance of significant winter precipitation.
Another term worth knowing is ‘winter weather advisory,’ which indicates that winter weather is imminent and may cause inconveniences, but isn’t extreme enough to warrant a ‘warning.’
Miguel Legoas is a Deep South Connect Team Reporter for USA Today. Find him on Instagram @miguelegoas and email at mlegoas@gannett.com.
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – An 86-year-old Augusta woman died after a two-vehicle crash Saturday night at the intersection of Walton Way and 7th Street.
According to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the crash around 9:50 p.m.
A preliminary investigation found a vehicle traveling west on Walton Way attempted to turn left onto 7th Street and entered the path of an eastbound vehicle traveling through the intersection. The two vehicles collided.
The Richmond County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Carolyn Fletcher, 86, of Augusta. Fletcher was a passenger in the eastbound vehicle and was taken by EMS to Wellstar MCG Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 10:41 p.m.
An autopsy has been scheduled.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division is continuing to investigate the crash.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Augusta Museum of History is hosting a series of exhibits tied to America’s 250th anniversary, including a LEGO display featuring notable moments in American and Augusta history.
The LEGO exhibit includes a bald eagle and a replica of Atlanta’s Capitol, among other items. A separate special exhibit is located in another wing of the museum, and smaller exhibits are displayed throughout the building.
Nancy Glaser, executive director of the Augusta Museum of History, said the goal is for visitors to leave with an appreciation for the country and a positive experience.
“How great America is, probably more than anything,” Glaser said. “A big smile on their face that they had a good time. It’s fun. It’s just fun. We want people to enjoy themselves when they’re here. So it’s just not about our train and not just about Augusta history, which is important, but it’s about the bigger picture. And that’s one of the things that we’re able to present right now.”
The America 250 exhibits are free to view this weekend.
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