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Metro Atlanta residents find ways to handle triple-digit heat index

Some are choosing to stay indoors, while others continue exercising or have jobs that require them to work outside.

Kennesaw, GA · 08-18

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Line of Thunderstorms With Localized Severe Potential Pushes Into North Georgia Monday Night Bringing Wind, Hail, and Heavy Rain

NORTH GEORGIA — A line of thunderstorms is expected to move into North Georgia between 8 PM and midnight Monday, according to the latest 12z RRFS short range model. Some of these storms will carry the potential for localized severe weather, though the line should be weakening somewhat as it races southward through the evening. Strong gusty winds, heavy rain, small hail, and lightning are all expected with these storms. Meteorologist Greg Majewski said live severe weather coverage will occur if warranted.

North Georgia, GA · 08-17
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Polk County Schools cut Monday to half-day as heat index hits 105-110

POLK COUNTY, Tenn. — The heat cut the school day short for students in Polk County. Polk County Schools dismissed students at noon Monday because of the extreme heat index, or what our StormTrack 9 teams calls the "feels like" temp. Ivy Academy in Hixson also made similar moves,...

Polk County, TN · 08-17
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Severe weather threatens north Georgia as heat advisories blanket the state

Fast-moving storms could threaten homes and communities in northwest Georgia with damaging winds and hail this evening. All over Georgia, heat advisories have been issued.

Georgia · 08-18

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Monday night forecast

A shifting weather regime brings a threat of severe storms and 60 mph wind gusts to North Georgia following extreme heat.

North Georgia, GA · 08-17

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Extreme heat sends Polk County students home early Monday

POLK COUNTY, Tenn. — The heat is cutting the school day short for students in Polk County. Polk County Schools announced students will be dismissed at noon Monday because of the extreme heat index, or what our StormTrack 9 teams calls the "feels like" temp. Ivy Academy in Hixson...

Polk County, TN · 08-17

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Isolated severe storms possible Monday evening

Isolated severe storms possible Monday evening A very hot, moist airmass will lead to scattered afternoon storm development. With high temps, these storms will have plenty of fuel to become severe and produce damaging winds. The Storm Prediction Center has all of North Georgia under a marginal (level 1/5) risk for severe storms with the extreme…

North Georgia, GA · 08-16

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Metro Atlanta Heat Advisory Warns of Heat Index Up to 109

A Heat Advisory remains in effect across much of central and north Georgia until 8 p.m. EDT Monday, with heat index values reaching up to 109 degrees. Hot temperatures and high humidity could cause heat-related illnesses, with the highest heat index values expected from late morning through late afternoon. The...

Georgia · 08-17

FOX 5 Atlanta

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Monday afternoon forecast

Georgia · 08-17

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Heat advisory across north Georgia, temperatures reaching into upper 90s

Much of north Georgia is under a heat advisory as temperatures reach into the mid and upper 90s. Severe Weather Team 2 Meteorologist Eboni Deon says the heat index could get up to 109 degrees. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV Weather App for alerts wherever you go ] There is a chance of isolated showers on Sunday afternoon. Rain chances will stay low through midweek, according to Deon. [INTERACTIVE: StormTracker 2HD Radar ] Temperatures will remain elevated, running above normal in the mid to upper 90s over several days. Later this week, Deon says scattered showers and storms will return, bringing some cooler temperatures. Highs will be closer to 90 degrees by next weekend. [UPLOAD PHOTOS: Share your weather photos with us here ]

North Georgia, GA · 08-16

Atlanta News First

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First Alert Forecast: Dangerous heat continues in north Georgia

North Georgia, GA · 08-16

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First Alert Weather Day: Excessive heat, spotty storm chances continue

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Intense heat will continue across North Georgia for most of the week, with increased rain chances finally arriving Friday. Expect mostly clear skies tonight with lows in the upper 60s to low 70s. The heat won’t break even after sunset—humidity remains high, making it feel muggy and uncomfortable. If you’re heading out this evening, stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity.

Atlanta, GA · 08-16

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Shingles and gutters torn off Hixson home as massive oak uproots in Tuesday night storm

HIXSON, Tenn. — A Hixson couple is dealing with damage to their home after a massive oak tree came crashing down during an overnight storm Tuesday. Vic Hayden says storms typically wake him when thunder and lightning move through the area. But this time, the sound that jolted him...

Chattanooga, TN · 08-13

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Dade County EMA Opens Community Shelters as Cooling Areas Amid High Heat

Dade County Emergency Management will open all three of the county’s community shelter facilities as cooling areas as high heat index values are forecast across the area over the next several days. Officials say the shelters will remain open 24 hours a day and are available to anyone who...

Dade County, GA · 08-14

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First Alert Forecast: Intense heat continues through next week

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Through the next few days, North Georgia will continue to see intense heat and pop up storm chances. A Heat Advisory remains through 8 PM Sunday for most of the region, with heat index values climbing into the 105-109 degree range on Sunday afternoon.

Atlanta, GA · 08-15

FOX 5 Atlanta

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Saturday evening weather forecast

Atlanta, GA · 08-15

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Dangerous Heat Returns to North Georgia With Heat Index Values Up to 109 Degrees

ATLANTA, GA — Residents across metro Atlanta and much of North Georgia are being urged to take precautions Friday as another round of dangerous summer heat moves across the region. A Heat Advisory is in effect Friday, August 14, from noon until 8 p.m. for nearly all of Georgia,...

Georgia · 08-14

Atlanta News First

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First Alert Forecast: Dangerous heat settles into north Georgia

Atlanta, GA · 08-14

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Blocked storm drains blamed for Ringgold flooding, but some businesses remain uncertain

RINGGOLD, Ga. — Downtown Ringgold business owners were able to get some answers Monday night as they continue to recover from two flooding incidents last week. Questions remain about whether the same problems could happen again. Denni Capehart, owner of Caffeine Addicts, says she lost her business to flooding...

Ringgold, GA · 08-11

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North Georgia weather: Thursday could feel like 100 degrees outside

ATLANTA - The heat is on across North Georgia, and FOX 5 Atlanta's Chief Meteorologist Joanne Feldman says Thursday is only the beginning of a prolonged stretch of increasingly hot and humid weather. What we know:. Temperatures were already running significantly warmer early Thursday compared with the same time Wednesday....

North Georgia, GA · 08-13