Georgia Braces for Tornadoes and Flash Floods as Heavy Rain Sweeps In
Heavy rain swept into Georgia early on Saturday, bringing warnings of severe weather. A Flood Watch was put in place for most of north Georgia, with forecasters predicting tornadoes, thunderstorms, and possible flooding throughout the day.
The downpours began in the morning as a cold front moved across the state. Several inches of rain fell in a short time, raising concerns about flash flooding.
The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) and other providers like wetter.com—which sources data from services such as Foreca—issued alerts for the region. While these forecasts are widely available, the names of individual meteorologists behind them are not publicly listed. Stronger storms were expected to develop from mid-morning until early afternoon. Officials urged residents to stay alert for sudden changes in conditions, including possible tornadoes and further flooding.
The Flood Watch remained active until 7 p.m. on Saturday. Authorities advised people to monitor updates and take precautions against fast-moving water and severe storms. The weather system was forecast to bring ongoing risks throughout the day.
