First Alert Forecast: Intense heat continues through Labor Day Weekend

By Anthony Baglione,

2026-09-03

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Hot conditions continue across North Georgia with heat index values over 100 degrees. A heat advisory is in effect for northwest Georgia until 8 PM on Friday. The advisory includes Rome, Cartersville, Dalton and Calhoun, where the combination of heat and humidity will make it feel significantly hotter than the actual air temperature.