weather
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Athens-Clarke County
Athens’ De-Icing Chemicals Raise Waterway Concerns
Winter storms bring more to Athens-Clarke County than snow and ice. After the slush melts, salt crystals and sand linger on streets and sidewalks until the next rainstorm washes those materials toward storm drains, ditches and nearby waterways. During the two winter storms in Athens during 2026, Athens-Clarke County Emergency…
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Athens-Clarke County
Hyperlocal Forecasting Sharpens Winter Storm Predictions in Athens
When winter storms threaten Athens, accurate forecasting can be crucial to the safety of thousands. Georgia’s varied landscape stretches the limits of broad, statewide forecasting, often prioritizing metro areas like Atlanta over smaller cities. At the University of Georgia, students in the Weather Dawgs are closing that gap by using…
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Athens-Clarke County
Here’s the Latest on Severe Thunderstorms in Georgia
Severe thunderstorms that have been pummeling the middle of the country have reached Georgia, which could lead to heavy rainfall, flooding, damaging winds and brief tornadoes. The storm started midday Sunday in North Georgia and is expected to end Monday after 6 p.m. Most areas will get between one to…
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Environment
Already Most Active On Record, 2020 Hurricane Season Isn’t Done Yet
After forming in the Atlantic Monday night, Tropical Storm Theta became the 29th named tropical storm of the season, making 2020 the most active hurricane season on record. Theta is not expected to make landfall, but the United States’ coastlines aren’t out of the woods yet. Another storm, Tropical Storm…
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Athens-Clarke County
Athens Farmers and Business Owners Count the Costs of Working Together
As cooler days begin to last a little longer, the obvious signs of spring manifest themselves in blooming flowers, warmer weather and a higher concentration of runners stretching their legs along Milledge Avenue. In the outdoor eating area at Big City Bread on Finley Street, diners enjoying the mild evening…
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Athens-Clarke County
Polar Vortex: What Is It And What Does It Mean?
A historic polar vortex has been sweeping the nation with brutal temperatures and weather conditions over the past few weeks, hitting the Midwest the hardest. A polar vortex is a strong circulation of upper-level winds that surrounds the northern pole during the winter. When the circulation weakens or becomes distorted,…
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Archives
Some Georgia Schools Announce Jan. 29 Closings in Advance of Winter Weather
Last Updated: 9:42 p.m. Some Georgia counties have canceled school ahead of Winter Storm Jayden. Grady Newsource will continue to update this interactive map as more counties announce their decisions. As of now, Northeast Georgia should not expect snow, but about a quarter of an inch accumulation of rain. Districts…
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Athens-Clarke County
Heat that Sticks Around: How Climate Change is Affecting Athens Businesses
Mae Eldahshoury is a senior majoring in journalism.
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Archives
Office of Emergency Preparedness Official Offers Severe Weather Tips
“Tornado sirens are meant to alert people who are outside, it’s kind of an added benefit if you hear it while you are inside,” said Steven Harris with the Office of Emergency Preparedness at the University of Georgia. If these sirens go off when you’re sleeping, the chances of you…
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Weather 3/22/18
Take a quick look at your local weather for this weekend with Natalie Wickstrom.