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Winter Storm Hits North Georgia: Snow, Ice, and Warnings

1/31/2026

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Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories are in effect for north Georgia as a cold snap begins.
Snow is expected overnight into Saturday, with Northeast Georgia over 6 inches and Atlanta 1–3 inches.
Road conditions will deteriorate as untreated surfaces become slick due to wind gusts up to 40 mph.
Temperatures stay below freezing for more than 60 hours, increasing the risk of frozen pipes, and residents should stay off roads.

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Winter Storm Warnings and Advisories are in effect for north Georgia as a cold snap begins.
Snow is expected overnight into Saturday, with Northeast Georgia over 6 inches and Atlanta 1–3 inches.
Road conditions will deteriorate as untreated surfaces become slick due to wind gusts up to 40 mph.
Temperatures stay below freezing for more than 60 hours, increasing the risk of frozen pipes, and residents should stay off roads.