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Heavy rain and storms are expected in north Georgia on Wednesday afternoon, followed by potential flash flooding from Hurricane Helene on Friday. Residents are urged to stay informed about the weather conditions as the situation develops.
Hurricane Helene has been upgraded to a hurricane status and is rapidly strengthening as it approaches Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. Residents in metro Atlanta are preparing for severe weather conditions, including heavy rain, flooding, and potential power outages.
Julie Chrisley, the reality star, is set to be resentenced for bank fraud and tax evasion in Atlanta after her original sentence was vacated by an appeals court. The U.S. government is now requesting a seven-year prison term for Chrisley, whose husband is currently serving a 12-year sentence for similar charges.
A shooting incident at a DeKalb County apartment complex resulted in one person dead and another injured, according to police reports. Residents reported hearing gunfire followed by a woman's scream, raising concerns about safety in the area. The incident highlights ongoing issues related to crime in local communities.
A Mercer University student, Mason Sells, tragically collapsed and died during an intramural soccer game on the Macon campus. The incident has shocked the local community, prompting expressions of grief and condolences from the university.
Hurricane Helene is expected to bring severe weather, including torrential rain and life-threatening flooding, to Georgia. Residents are being urged to prepare for potential impacts as the storm approaches. Local forecasts indicate significant weather disruptions in the coming days.
A 64-year-old man from Rome, Georgia, named Steve Lorenzo Miller was arrested after making nearly 40 harassing calls to 911, during which he threatened to kill a local judge. Authorities reported that his intent was solely to annoy and harass dispatchers, leading to his arrest on Monday.
Heavy rains from Hurricane Helene pose a significant flood threat to metro Atlanta, prompting local water rescue crews to prepare and share safety advice for drivers. Marietta Fire Department's Kyle Weber emphasizes the importance of staying inside vehicles when surrounded by water and provides guidelines for calling for help.
Hurricane Helene is intensifying as it approaches the southeastern United States, particularly affecting Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. Metro Atlanta is preparing for severe weather, including heavy rainfall and potential flooding, which may lead to widespread power outages.
Severe storms and significant flooding are forecasted for north Georgia as Tropical Storm Helene approaches. Meteorologist Brian Monahan from Severe Weather Team 2 warns of an increased flash flooding threat, particularly in the northeast Georgia mountains and metro Atlanta, with potential rainfall amounts reaching 5-10 inches by Friday.