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East Cobb Weather Update: Freeze warning to start spring

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East Cobb Weather Update: Freeze warning to start spring

The spring solstice has brought with it a freeze warning in the East Cobb area.

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a freeze warning for Northwest Georgia from 2 a.m. Friday through 10 a.m. Friday.

Frigid weather is moving into northern Mississippi and Alabama and bordering areas of Tennessee.

Temperatures in the Cobb area are expected to reach down into the low 30s overnight, with lows rising only slightly into the weekend, into the low 40s.

On Thursday, the first official day of spring, highs reached only in the mid 50s, with wind gusts in the area reaching to around 20 mph, after warm and sunny weather for most of March.

Friday will be sunny with highs in the low 60s.

Windy conditions will continue into Saturday, with the possibility of 20 mph gusts lasting into Saturday.

By then, according to the forecast, highs should rise to around 70, with sunny skies on Saturday, followed by sun and highs in the mid 70s by Sunday.

Next week is expected to be warm and sunny, with highs in the high 60s to low 70s.

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Ga. state of emergency declared for severe thunderstorms

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Ga. state of emergency declared for severe thunderstorms

Updated, Saturday, 8:50 pm:

Cobb and metro Atlanta are under a tornado watch until 4 am Sunday.

Original story:

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency on Saturday morning, as a large line of severe thunderstorms approach much of the state with the threat of high winds, tornadoes, hail and other severe weather conditions.

Kemp said the National Weather Service’s upgrading of the threat prompted the emergency declaration, noting that wind gusts in some places could reach up to 75 mph, as well as several inches of rain, large hail and the possibility of flash flooding.

“This storm will hit at the worst possible time, as people are heading to or already in bed,” he said. “Be prepared ahead of time and remain weather aware as long as this system is in the state.”

The declaration sets in motion statewide emergency response planning and resources.

The NWS on Saturday morning revised its estimate of when the strongest impact will hit the state. Cobb is in a range between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m., but citizens are advised to prepare sooner than that for the storms.

Tornadoes have left deadly damage through the Midwest and Deep South, with more than a dozen fatalities already, as a massive storm system gradually moves east.

Cobb government said in a social media posting late Friday a wind advisory was in effect from 11 a.m. Saturday to 5 a.m. Sunday, with southerly winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 30 to 40 mph expected.

Falling trees and limbs and power outages could result from those winds, which will continue through much of Sunday.

Here’s more from what Cobb government is sharing with the public:

Risk Levels
Western Cobb County: MODERATE RISK (Level 4 of 5) – This is unusual for our area and indicates a significant threat of severe storms.

Rest of Cobb: ENHANCED RISK (Level 3 of 5) – Severe weather is likely across the entire region.

Key Threats & Potential Impacts

Tornadoes: -High Risk of EF2 or stronger tornadoes in western Cobb -Elevated risk for tornadoes in the rest of the county -Strong, long-track tornadoes are possible—especially west of I-75Damaging winds of 60-80 mph — capable of causing: -Downed power lines and widespread outages -Significant structural damage -Fallen trees—blocking roads and endangering property

Hail up to 1 inch in diameter.

Flooding: Elevated risk of flooding and flash flooding from Saturday night into early Sunday due to heavy rainfall. Frequent Lightning: Increased likelihood of cloud-to-ground lightning strikes

The Cobb Emergency Management Agency also is providing updates on its Facebook page.

The chance of rain is 50 percent on Saturday afternoon, with thunderstorms most likely after 2 p.m. Highs will be in the high 70s.

That will increase to 100 percent chance of rain Saturday night, with winds gusting between 20-30 mph as well as lows around 60.

On Sunday, the chance of rain will lower to 30 percent, with a high around 70, as the storms move east. A 10 percent chance is in the forecast for Sunday night.

 

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East Cobb Weather Update: Severe thunderstorms expected Sat.

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East Cobb Weather Update: Severe thunderstorms expected Sat.

The beautiful weather we’ve had all week is going to change on Saturday in dramatic fashion.

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City said that much of North Georgia will be the path of a line of severe thunderstorms late Saturday night and early Sunday morning, including the possibility of tornadoes.

A hazardous weather outlook issued Friday said that Cobb is included in an area for severe weather that is expected to arrive by Saturday afternoon.

“All severe weather hazards including tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail are possible
with this event,” the NWS said in its forecast.

The chance of rain is 50 percent on Saturday afternoon, with thunderstorms most likely after 2 p.m. Highs will be in the high 70s.

That will increase to 100 percent chance of rain Saturday night, with winds gusting between 20-30 mph as well as lows around 60.

On Sunday, the chance of rain will lower to 30 percent, with a high around 70, as the storms move east. A 10 percent chance is in the forecast for Sunday night.

The weather will clear up into Monday morning, with sunny skies and highs in the low 60s on Monday, then highs in the 70s for most of the rest of next week.

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East Cobb Weather Update: Warm start to Daylight Saving Time

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East Cobb Weather Update: Warm start to daylight saving time

The warm weather we’ve been having in recent weeks will continue as Daylight Saving Time rolls in on Sunday.

Set your clock ahead before going to bed Saturday night—spring forward—and enjoy daylight that extends past 7 p.m.

While the Sunday forecast itself will be cooler—with a 50-80 percent chance of rain and highs in the high 50s—the rest of the week calls for temperatures reaching into the mid 70s and plenty of sunshine.

According to the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, lows will remain in the mid 40s most nights in the coming week.

On Monday, there also will be a 50 percent chance of rain, with highs in the low 60s.

Tuesday and Wednesday will be warmer and sunnier, then cloudy skills will move in toward the end of next week and the weekend.

Daylight Saving Time will continue until Nov. 2.

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Cobb included in freeze warning through Thursday morning

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Cobb included in freeze warning through Thursday morningThe next couple nights are going to dip around freezing in the Cobb area.

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a freeze warning for Cobb and north Georgia from 9 p.m. Wednesday through 10 a.m. Thursday.

A wind advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday, as blustery weather conditions are continuing from some overnight rain.

Wednesday’s low in the Cobb area is forecast to be at 32.

On Thursday morning, wind gusts will continue between 15-20 mph, giving way to sun and warmer temperatures later.

Thursday’s high is expected to be in the mid-50s, with lows Thursday night once again dropping to the mid 30s.

Friday and Saturday will have highs in the 60s, and there will be a 50 percent chance of rain Saturday night, with lows in the mid 40s.

Sunday’s high will be in the mid 50s, as warmer, sunnier weather moves in next week, with some highs reaching into the 70s.

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East Cobb weather update: Spring-like warmth to end February

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The last week of February will feel like spring in the East Cobb area, with sunny skies most days and high temperatures reaching 70 degrees.

Temperatures are going back into the 60s on Monday and Tuesday, with Wednesday’s high forecast to be sunny and near 70, according to the National Weather Service 7-day forecast.

Some rain may move into the area—there’s a 50 percent chance of showers—on Thursday, but that window won’t stay open for long.

Friday and the weekend are expected to be warm and sunny, with highs in the 60s.

Low temperatures this week also won’t be as cold as they have been, generally ranging in the 40s at night.

The week’s weather also will have low winds and clear visibility, and these conditions will continue into early next week.

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Cobb included in cold weather advisory through Thursday a.m.

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Cobb included in cold weather advisory through Thursday a.m.

Cobb County and most of Georgia are under a cold weather advisory, as winter conditions return for the next few days.

The National Weather Service in Atlanta issued the advisory from 10 p.m. Wednesday to 10 a.m. Thursday, with sub-freezing temperatures and wind chill factors taking effect.

In some areas, the wind chills could reach only 5 degrees above zero, and temperatures in Cobb and metro Atlanta will barely get above freezing, if at all.

Below-freezing temperatures will move in later Wednesday night, and in Cobb are expected to fall to the mid- to low-20s.

Thursday will be sunny, but highs are forecast only for the mid 30s, with 15-20 mph winds expected, and gusts could reach 30 mph. Lows could fall into the high teens, with 10-16 mph winds and gusts up to 20 mph.

Friday will be sunny and warmer, with highs in the mid 40s and lows also in the mid 20s, as the wind conditions lessen.

The weekend will be warmer. Saturday will be sunny with highs in the low 50s and lows around 30. Sunday’s forecast calls for sun and highs in the mid 50s and lows around freezing.

Highs in the 60s are expected next week, as milder conditions return.

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East Cobb Weather Update: A chilly mid-winter break week

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East Cobb Weather Update: A chilly mid-winter break week

After some tornado-like weather with heavy winds and downed trees overnight Sunday, the weather week in East Cobb will be dipping back into below-freezing temperatures.

Overnight lows throughout the week will fall into the 20s most nights, with highs surging above 50 only on Tuesday.

Monday’s weather will be sunny with highs in the high 40s, then cloudy on Tuesday, with the wind gusts of this week winding down.

On Wednesday rain is in the forecast, with highs in the mid 40s.

On Thursday, we may not get above freezing, with highs expected in the mid 30s and overnight lows into Friday into the high teens.

The sun will return later in the week, and the weekend will be a little warmer, with highs in the 40s Friday and Saturday.

Next Sunday highs will be in the low 50s, starting a warming trend that could get temperatures back into the 60s early week after next.

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Cobb included in flood watch through Thursday

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Cobb included in flood watch through Thursday

Cobb and North Georgia are under a flood watch from Tuesday afternoon through Thursday morning,

The National Weather Service issued the watch in forecasting several inches of rain during that period.

The rain is expected to move into Cobb starting at 6 p.m. Tuesday and continuing through Wednesday evening.

That’s when the risk of flooding is likely to be the highest.

Highs Tuesday and Wednesday will hover in the low 50s, with lows both nights in the mid 40s.

Thursday’s high will be around 60, and sun returns briefly on Friday before overcast skies and colder temperatures set in over the weekend.

East Cobb Weather Update: A spring-like start to February

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East Cobb Weather Update: A spring-like start to February

After some bitter cold for much of Januadry and a good bit of rain on Friday, East Cobb’s going to thaw out a little bit as February gets underway.

Sunny skies and temperatures around 60 drew out a good crowd Saturday at East Cobb Park, and the weather will be conducive all week to outdoor activities.

Sunday will be like Saturday, with sun and highs in the mid-60s and lows around 40.

More sun will be accompanied by high temperatures around 70 on Monday, and the mid-70s for the rest of the work week, with some overcast conditions.

Highs will drop into the 60s by next weekend, with more clouds into the following week.

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After dodging snow, Cobb weather turns a bit warmer

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After dodging snow, Cobb weather turns a bit warmer

After two doses of severe winter weather, some warmer temperatures will be coming to Cobb over the next week.

For the first time since Sunday, the high on Wednesday was above freezing—around 36 degrees.

But overnight lows for the next few nights will continue to be very cold.

On Wednesday night, lows are forecast to fall into the teens, meaning what precipitation fell in Cobb will freeze over.

The National Weather Service in Atlanta is continuing a hazardous weather outlook that calls for wind chills of 10-15 degrees Wednesday night in parts of Georgia. A cold weather advisory has been issued for parts of central Georgia, along a line roughly connecting LaGrange to Barnesville to Warrenton.

Local lows through the the weekend also will stay around the freezing mark for much of north Georgia and Cobb.

The sun returned to Cobb on Wednesday, as daytime highs will push into the 40s through Sunday.

Cobb government returned to normal operations Wednesday, and Cobb schools operated on a two-hour delay.

Cobb DOT said there were few roads that were impacted by the snow/ice that hit central Georgia hard, and spread to areas of eastern metro Atlanta.

But that bad weather line stopped just short of Cobb County.

Milder weather will gradually return to the Cobb area by early next week, with highs popping back up into the 50s starting on Tuesday.

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Winter storm warning includes Cobb; school opening delayed

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Winter storm warning includes Cobb as snow reaches metro ATL

UPDATED, 7:15 P.M.

The Cobb County School District said Wednesday classes will begin on a two-hour delay.

“Throughout the day, our police, maintenance, and transportation departments have reviewed both road and facility conditions in Cobb,” stated a district message that went out at 7:10 p.m.

All extracurricular and after-school activities, including sports, “will operate on a normal schedule.”

The district said the decision was made “in line with discussions with the National Weather Service Atlanta, Cobb Emergency Management, and Cobb Department of Transportation.”

ORIGINAL REPORT:

An rare winter storm that dumped several inches of snow along the Gulf coast reached metro Atlanta Tuesday.

By mid-afternoon, the National Weather Service in Atlanta expanded a winter storm warning to include Cobb County, as other parts of the metro region experienced significant amounts of snow and ice.

The warning extends through 7 a.m. Wednesday, as temperatures are once again expected to fall into the mid-teens Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning,

Shortly before 5 p.m., the Cobb County School District said it was monitoring weather reports and would decide on whether to cancel Wednesday classes and activities by 7 p.m.

“We continue to monitor conditions in Cobb during a very complicated winter storm,” a district message stated.

“Due to weather conditions that are shifting across the metro area, we are not yet able to announce a decision about tomorrow’s school day.”

School was closed on Tuesday in Cobb, Marietta and other school districts in metro Atlanta, as a storm that swept up through the Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida panhandle coastal areas moved inland.

Cobb had been in under a winter weather advisory through Wednesday morning.

Wet and snowy weather arrived early Tuesday afternoon, causing treacherous travel and shutting down Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Along the gulf coast, more than six inches of snow were reported in Mobile, Ala., and the first-ever snow blizzard alerts were issued in Louisiana, where New Orleans was also blanketed with several inches of snow.

Anywhere from 2-6 inches of snow has been forecast. The Cobb Emergency Management Agency said around 6 p.m. that parts of South Cobb have experienced some snow, with “a slight amount of accumulation near the I-20/Riverside area. Douglas County has experienced similar on their side of the line. Our DOT is reporting there are no travel impacts at this time, but this doesn’t mean to throw caution to the wind while driving.”

Cobb County government said county DOT crews were out Tuesday morning pre-treating main roads, and all county offices, services and courts closed at 12:30 p.m.

“So far (fingers crossed), most of the county’s roads are in great shape,” the county said on social media around 5:30 p.m Tuesday.

Tuesday night’s lows are expected to be the coldest yet in a winter weather wave that began on Sunday night, with lows around 12 or 13.

On Wednesday, temperatures will rise above freezing, to around 36, with sunny skies, then drop to around 20 on Wednesday night.

Thursday-Sunday weather is forecast to be sunny and in the 40s for highs,, and lows in the 20s.

The start of next week will be warmer, with highs back into the 50s.

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Cobb part of winter weather advisory; schools closed Tuesday

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Cobb part of winter weather advisory; snow chances TBD

UPDATED, 5;07 P.M.

The Cobb County School District said that all classes and activities will be cancelled on Tuesday, “due to the Winter Storm Watch, including extreme cold and the potential for unsafe road and walkway conditions for students and staff.”

ORIGINAL REPORT:

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Monday declared a state of emergency as a second winter storm in as many weeks is sweeping through the state.

The National Weather Service in Atlanta has issued a winter storm warning for central Georgia and a winter weather advisory for parts of north Georgia, including Cobb County, from 10 a.m. Tuesday to 7 a.m. Wednesday.

The forecast indicates that up to three inches of snow could accumulate across the state, but the likelihood of snow in Cobb and the metro Atlanta area is unclear for now.

Cobb is at the northern edge of the advisory area, as temperatures are expected to remain below freezing into Wednesday.

The chances of hazardous weather are greatest in central Georgia.

Kemp’s declaration, which authorizes emergency resources to deploy across the state in an anticipation of snow and ice, means that state government offices in Atlanta are closed on Tuesday, and the Georgia General Assembly session will be cancelled.

After temperatures dropped to near zero Monday morning with the wind chill, Cobb saw sun on Monday with a high in the high 20s.

But lows will continue to fall into the teens the next few nights, with highs on Tuesday expected to be around 33, and 37 on Wednesday.

On Tuesday, there’s a 20 percent chance of precipitation during the day, and fading t0 10 percent Tuesday night.

The sun returns on Wednesday, and above-freezing weather is forecast for Thursday, with highs in the low 40s.

Lows through the end of the week are not expected to rise above freezing, although the sun will be out.

Saturday’s high will be around 50, and into the high 50s by Sunday.

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Weather Update: Extreme Cold Watch issued for North Ga.

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Weather Update: Extreme Cold Watch issued for North Ga.

Cobb County is included in an extreme cold watch issued for Monday morning by the National Weather Service in Atlanta.

The watch is being issued from 1 a.m. Monday to 12 p.m. Monday as subfreezing temperatures and high wind chill factors are converging over much of the Deep South.

The warm weekend we’ve been enjoying will quickly turn much colder on Sunday afternoon, with high temperatures expected only around 40 and wind gusts up to 20 mph in some places.

The NWS said in a Saturday afternoon forecast that temperatures Monday morning will drop into the teens, accompanied by wind chills that could make it feel like near zero.

Some areas could also have a wind chill factor of below zero, according to early forecasts.

The watch area includes most of metro Atlanta and the north Georgia mountains on a line extending east to around Gainesville and south to I-285 south of the city of Atlanta.

There’s also a chance of snow on Tuesday, as the winter storm could bring enough precipitation, combined with the colder temperatures, to make for a bone-chilling week.

On Monday, the wind gusts are forecast to be up to 20 mph in some places, with lows dropping below 20 Monday night.

Low temperatures through Thursday are also expected to get into the teens, with highs barely breaking above freezing if at all.

The chance of snow on Tuesday is 50 percent, mostly after 1 p.m., and continuing through around 1 a.m. Wednesday. according to the NWS forecast.

Wednesday should be sunny, with highs in the mid 30s and lows also in the high teens, and similar weather is in store for Thursday.

By the weekend, high temperatures will return to the 40s, with lows in the 20s.

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East Cobb Weather Update: Cobb schools resume on Monday

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East Cobb Weather Update: Cobb schools resume on Monday
Reader Tami McIntire outside her home in East Cobb, with an outer space theme to Winter Storm Cora.

The winter storm that swept through East Cobb on Friday, leaving snow and some freezing conditions gave plenty of families a chance to enjoy the outdoors.

Thanks to readers Tami McIntire and Catarina Kommer for the photos from their yards Sunday on what’s the last of a three-day snow holiday here for many. (You can send yours if you like, too, and we’ll add them to this post: editor@eastcobbnews.com).

With somewhat warmer temperatures in the forecast, activities that had been cancelled or postponed are returning to normal.

The Cobb County School District sent this message to the public Sunday afternoon:

“All Cobb County School District schools are fully operational and will be open on a normal schedule on Monday, January 13th.

“We look forward to seeing all students in school and on time!”

The sun came out on Sunday and highs crept up into the low 40s, enough for some of snow/sleet to melt.

It’s expected to freeze back again Sunday night, with lows back in the 20s, so there are continued road hazards in some spots.

Cobb government said Sunday afternoon that “icy spots could persist in shaded areas and could re-form Monday morning. Cobb DOT will respond to calls as they arrive, but please use caution.”

Cobb DOT has a maintenance work desk at 770-528-1600 for routine issues to be handed during regular business hours, and via mobile app: https://seeclickfix.com/cobb-county.

East Cobb Weather Update: Cobb schools resume on Monday
Inside, Tami McIntire’s cat doesn’t know what to make of the snow.

East Cobb Weather Update: Cobb schools resume on Monday
Luna, Catarina Kommer’s Rottweiler, enjoying a tromp in the snow.

East Cobb Weather Update: Cobb schools resume on Monday
A cardinal in the snow in Catarina Kommer’s yard.

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East Cobb winter storm aftermath: Roads; power; churches; etc.

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East Cobb winter storm aftermath: Road conditions; power; etc.
Slushy conditions on Johnson Ferry Road at Paper Mill. Road Saturday afternoon. (511 GA)

Some businesses and other activities resumed Saturday as the cleanup is underway for Friday’s Winter Storm Cora.

But road and power line hazards are expected to continue through Saturday night with the return of sub-freezing conditions.

The National Weather Service in Atlanta reported a record 2.1-inch downfall of snow for a single day, but the storm also brought ice, sleet and freezing rain that made roads treacherous and caused power outages.

Cobb government and public safety officials were urging residents to be careful if venturing out on the roads, because of below-freezing temperatures early Saturday that produced slick spots and black ice in many areas.

The NWS issued a special weather statement Saturday afternoon about icy roads in North Georgia, including Cobb, with the most serious hazards lasting through 10 a.m. Sunday.

While travel conditions have been clear in most of East Cobb Saturday, there have been some foggy, drizzly patches, such as at Johnson Ferry Road and Paper Mill Road (above, 511 Georgia screen grab).

The NWS is urging motorists to observe caution Saturday night and Sunday morning if venturing out, as temperatures will once again fall into the 20s.

“Interstates & major highways may largely be safe, but secondary roads, back roads, bridges & overpasses will likely have black ice,” the NWS stated in a social media message Saturday afternoon.

Some churches have either cancelled in-person worship altogether or are holding services only later in the morning. The forecast for Sunday calls for sunny skies and highs in the mid 40s, the warmest it’s been since Thursday.

According to power outage maps from the electric companies, only a pocket of East Cobb residents lost electric power during and after the storm.

As of 5 p.m. Saturday, Georgia Power is reporting around 10 outages in East Cobb; and fewer than 5 by Cobb EMC.

Cobb County facilities, including libraries, remained closed Saturday, and businesses such as health and fitness spas either cut back or cancelled activities.

Temperatures are expected to fall below freezing around sunset on Saturday, with low into the low 20s.

On Sunday morning, the sun will return as the conditions break above freezing, with highs in the mid 40s.

Here’s more on local weather conditions.

Here is a partial list of altered church service schedules that we’ve seen. This is not complete, and is subject to change, so visit your church’s website or social media channels for updated information. Some of those cancelling everything 0utright are saying their parking lots are frozen:

  • Piedmont Road Church of Christ: Worship only 2 p.m.
  • East Cobb UMC: Worship only 11 a.m.
  • Mt. Paran North Church of God: Worship only 11:15 a.m.
  • Emerson Unitarian Universalist: All activities cancelled
  • Mt. Zion UMC: 10 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. Worship
  • Mountain View Church: All activities cancelled
  • St. Andrew UMC: In-person worship cancelled; virtual prayer (FB/YT) 11 a.m.
  • Beautiful Savior Lutheran: Worship only 11 a.m.
  • East Cobb Church of Christ: Online communion 9:30 a.m.
  • East Cobb Church: All activities cancelled
  • Mt. Bethel Church: Worship only 9:30 a.m.
  • Chestnut Ridge Christian Church: Online worship only (FB/YT) 11 a.m.
  • Piedmont Church: Online worship only 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m.
  • Johnson Ferry Baptist Church: Worship 10, 11:30 a.m. only
  • St. Catherine’s Episcopal: Worship only 11 a.m.
  • Eastside Church: All activities cancelled
  • Holy Trinity Lutheran: Worship only 11 a.m.
  • Grace Resurrection Methodist: All activities cancelled
  • Eastminster Presbyterian: All activities cancelled
  • East Cobb Presbyterian: Worship only 10:30 a.m.
  • Unity North Atlanta Church: All activities cancelled

To track the latest conditions, including electrical service, visit the following links. If you have updated information to share with us about openings/closings/delays, etc., please e-mail us:  editor@eastcobbnews.com.

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East Cobb weather update: It’s a winter storm wonderland

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East Cobb weather update: It's a winter storm wonderland
A snapshot from a reader-submitted drone video (see below) of a neighborhood off Casteel Road in East Cobb on Friday.

At least a couple of inches of snow have fallen in the East Cobb area, and now the really dangerous stuff—sleet, freezing rain and ice—is starting to accumulate.

The winter storm that moved through much of the Deep South early Friday morning is continuing through the rest of the day, with precipitation in the forecast through the early evening.

Here’s what the Cobb Emergency Management Agency posted late Friday afternoon:

“Dangerous road conditions are expected to continue through the night as dropping temperatures encourage freezing rain. Please stay home and do not travel. It is much better to enjoy this winter wonderland from the safety and warmth of your home than to get stranded on the side of the road in your vehicle.
“The possibility of trees falling and electricity being impacted will increase overnight as well. If your devices aren’t charged already, here is your reminder to plug them in. Locating flashlights and batteries now and having them in an easy to access place is also a great idea.”

Here’s more on local weather conditions.

Here’s what Cobb government posted late Friday afternoon as well:

The main roads in East Cobb had turned to an icy slush Friday, after being treated by Cobb DOT crews.

But temperatures will once again be falling into the 20s overnight into Saturday, when the winter storm warning ends.

Residents heeded government and public safety warnings to stay off the roads Fridau, as the “wintry mix” has been wreaking havoc across the area.

Johnson Ferry Road was blocked at Columns Drive for a while on Friday, as vehicles struggled to navigate the hilly area around the Chattahoochee River.

Shortly after 3 p.m., the road was reopened to traffic, but you’re advised to travel only when necessary.

“Cobb’s public safety units and Cobb DOT have a long list of calls and will work throughout the day to get to stranded motorists and help others get to the hospital,” Cobb government said in a message late Friday morning.

We’ll pass along specifics of where other traffic problems exist, along with downed power and tree lines, when we get them.

You can also let us know and we’ll post them there. Send your updates to editor@eastcobbnews.com.

And like our reader, Ariel Starke, has done with the drone video below, please send us your photos/videos if it’s safe for you to do so.

More information in the case of power outages that could occur because of ice on power lines:

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Almost all businesses, events and other public activities have been closed Friday and many have been called off or closed for Saturday as well.

The Pope High School Band recycling fundraiser that was scheduled for Saturday has been delayed to Jan. 25.

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Winter storm approaches Cobb: Updates, preparations, etc.

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Winter storm approaches Cobb: Updates, preparations, etc.

Here’s the latest information we’ve pulled together late Thursday afternoon, as road crews begin brining work and citizens make last-minute plans and shopping for the winter storm:

THE FORECAST: The latest from the National Weather Service is calling for up to two inches of snow at least for Cobb County and the north metro area Friday morning, and anticipates up to a quarter-inch of ice on top of that.

The NWS on Thursday afternoon upgraded a winter storm watch to warning for most of north and central Georgia from 7 a.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Saturday.

A state of emergency has been declared across Georgia by Gov. Brian Kemp.

Cobb government offices and the Cobb school district are closed on Friday, and most businesses and organizations have cancelled activities on Friday and Saturday.

It’s expected that snow will come first, followed by ice/sleet/freezing rain or some combination.

You’re asked not to travel at all on Friday, as roads are expected to be extremely hazardous and road crews will be applying a salt-sand combination to make major roads passable.

Bridges and overpasses tend to freeze over first, along with standing water on and along roads.

Highs are only forecast to be in the mid-30s, as precipitation is expected through the late afternoon Friday.

It’s very likely that travel may be difficult on Saturday, as temperatures are not expected to get out of the 30s and will fall into the 20s overnight.

Sunday will have highs around 40 and partly sunny skies but there may be areas where roads are not passable at all, especially residential streets that county road crews may not be able to get to.

It may not be until Monday that road conditions are safe enough for regular local travel.

For more weather information, visit the NWS website.

TO GET PREPARED: Grocery and other stores were busy Thursday afternoon as shoppers stocked up on food and other items in the event of being home for a few days.

Have plenty of perishable food on hand, including pet food and water, as well as food that doesn’t need electric heat in case of a power outage.

Also keep on hand flashlights with fresh batteries, extra blankets, coats, gloves, caps and other clothing to stay warm should the power go out.

Stay tuned to emergency information via your favorite media outlets and radio communications and official channels.

Keep computer and mobile devices fully charged and turn on notifications for weather alerts.

TO REPORT AN OUTAGE: The following links are provided by Cobb County government:

Power Companies:

MORE: Important Links and Resources:

East Cobb News will be updating the weather and response in the community starting on Friday.

To report weather damage, downed power lines/trees, or to send us photos of what you see, e-mail us: editor@eastcobbnews.com.

Thanks and stay safe, East Cobb!

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Cobb school district closed Friday; Ga. emergency declared

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From the Cobb County School District around 11 a.m. Thursday:Campbell High School lockdown

“As we prepare for forecasted ice and snow and to protect students and staff who could be traveling to school during dangerous road conditions, all Cobb schools and offices will be closed on Friday, January 10th, for all students and staff. All extracurriculars, including sports, are also canceled on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th.”

UPDATED, around noon Thursday, from Gov. Brian Kemp:

“Governor Brian P. Kemp today declared a statewide State of Emergency, effective immediately through Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in preparation for the approaching winter storm expected to impact Georgia beginning this Friday. The State of Emergency authorizes the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) to activate the State Operations Center (SOC) and mobilize any needed resources to address potential impacts. GEMA/HS, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), the Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS), and other state agencies are instructed to provide essential personnel to the SOC, which will move to a Level 2 Activation beginning tonight at 7 p.m.

“The Georgia Department of Transportation, along with the Department of Public Safety, began treating roads early this morning to prepare for the approaching winter storm, and I’m asking all Georgians to help them do their jobs by limiting travel as much as possible in the coming days,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “Hazardous conditions, including ice and snow, can develop quickly and make travel very dangerous. Plan ahead and stay tuned to updates from state and local officials to ensure you and your loved ones remain safe while our first responders continue to work tirelessly throughout this weather event.”

“Among other provisions, the State of Emergency order prohibits price gouging; suspends hours-of-service limitations for commercial vehicle operators involved in response activities; and temporarily increases weight, height, and length limits for commercial vehicles transporting essential supplies.”

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Weather update: Cobb government closed Friday-Saturday

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Weather update: Cobb government operations closed Friday

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Cobb government said Wednesday afternoon that all county facilities will be closed starting at 5 a.m. Friday due to the winter storm.

Cobb County Manager Jackie McMorris issued the advisory to all staff, “emphasizing the priority of ensuring safety and reducing traffic on roadways as Cobb DOT works to clear and treat roads,” the county said in a release.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for North Georgia from 7 a.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Saturday, and the Cobb area could get two inches or more of snow, ice, sleet and freezing rain, or some combination.

In addition, Cobb County Superior Court Chief Judge Gregory Poole has issued an order closing the courthouse on Friday, with normal court operations scheduled to resume Monday morning. The only exception is Cobb Magistrate Court, which will maintain its 24/7 operations.

At this time, the Cobb County School District has not announced any closings of classes and activities for Friday.

The Cobb release said Cobb DOT crews will begin pretreating roads on Thursday, working in 12-hour shifts to treat 430 miles of roads.

“We’ll begin pre-treating the roads with a brine mixture on Thursday afternoon,” said Cobb DOT Deputy Director J.D. Lorens in the county release. “As the event progresses, we’ll switch to a sand-salt mixture to address icy conditions. Our team recently completed its annual inclement weather exercise and is prepared for whatever comes our way.” 

Updates on Cobb’s response to the storm will be posted on this webpage.

 

 

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