Atlanta, cold and snow
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Live updates: Icy metro Atlanta highway closed, frigid weather and brutal wind chill tonight
Snow is winding down across metro Atlanta and north Georgia, leaving behind significant accumulation in some areas.
Bad weather postponed or canceled many anti-ICE protests in metro Atlanta on Saturday, but a few protestors on both sides of the issue turned up anyway.
ATLANTA — Accumulating snow arrives overnight and Saturday morning at the beginning of a prolonged cold snap to the region, during which much of north Georgia will spend 60+ hours at or below freezing.
Snow totals will be highest in northeast Georgia, where 6"+ is possible in higher elevations. For Atlanta and the inner metro, 1 to 3 inches of snow is possible.
The winter storm warning areas have the potential to see up to 2-4 inches of snow. The winter weather advisory areas have the potential to see up to 1-2 inches of snow.
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Is it safe to drive in Atlanta? ATL DOT urges residents to stay off roads Saturday
ATL DOT is using brine and salt to raise pavement temperatures and prevent snow from sticking.
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Weekend weather updates Friday: Winter storm warning expanded to include more metro Atlanta counties
A Weather Impact Alert has been issued for prolonged sub-freezing temperatures, as well as the possibility of snow on Saturday.
The forecast predicts varied weather in Atlanta, with possible snow showers and fluctuating temperatures including chilly lows and a warming trend into the following week.
Unusually quiet streets, icy conditions, and power outages define a challenging morning for Atlanta and DeKalb County residents, prompting many to heed warnings and stay indoors.