Ice Storm Warning Issued for Metro Atlanta as Winter Weather Approaches
• An ice storm warning is in effect for metro Atlanta from Saturday afternoon through Monday morning, with up to 1 inch of ice accumulation expected.
• The ice storm is part of a larger system affecting much of the U.S., bringing freezing rain, sleet, and heavy snow from the Rockies to New England.
• Arctic air following the storm could prolong power outages and hazardous road conditions; schools have already canceled weekend activities.
Ice storm warning in effect for Georgia
The National Weather Service has issued an ice storm warning for areas in Georgia above Interstate 20, including metro Atlanta, effective from 1 p.m. Saturday through 10 a.m. Monday. Residents can expect up to 1 inch of ice accumulation, coupled with wind gusts reaching between 20 and 30 mph. This weather event is part of a significant winter storm system impacting a large portion of the United States, stretching from the Southern Rockies to New England. The forecast includes freezing rain, sleet, and heavy snow.
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