A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for South Georgia as an arctic airmass approaches this weekend, bringing dangerously cold temperatures and the possibility of winter precipitation early next week. According to WALB News, freezing lows in the low to mid-20s and wind chills in the teens will dominate the weather pattern through Thursday, with highs struggling to reach the 30s and 40s.
As confidence grows, a low-pressure system is expected to develop in the Gulf early next week, tracking across the Gulf Coast states. The exact track of this system will determine what type of wintry weather South Georgia can expect. Snow, freezing rain, sleet, and ice accumulation are all on the table, with snow totals potentially reaching between 1 to 3 inches and ice accumulation exceeding .10 inches in some areas. A few spots may only see cold rain.
The winter storm is expected to begin late Tuesday afternoon and continue through early Wednesday morning. Residents should prepare for the possibility of hard freezes and wind chills in the teens. Temperatures will remain below freezing into midweek, with lows in the 20s and highs only in the 30s. Late in the week, temperatures will slowly rise but remain below average, with lows in the low 30s and highs in the 40s.
To stay ahead of the storm, residents are encouraged to download the WALB First Alert Weather app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. This app will provide the latest updates on weather conditions, forecasts, and safety tips to ensure you’re prepared for this wintry mix.
Local officials and emergency responders are advising residents to prepare now to keep themselves safe during these winter weather events. Keep an eye on weather forecasts and be ready to adapt as conditions develop.
