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Coweta County schools to stay closed Monday with no virtual learning

By FOX 5 Atlanta Digital Team
Published  March 28, 2021 7:26am EDT
Coweta County
FOX 5 Atlanta

Newnan devastated by powerful tornado

The national weather service said EF-4 tornado torn through northwest Atlanta.

COWETA COUNTY, Ga. - After a Thursday storm tore through parts of northern and western Georgia, Coweta County School System is still waiting to bring students back to the classroom.

In a statement from superintendent Evan Horton, the district said emergency management guidence advised not to open schools on March 29, including digital learning.

The school district is dealing with damage at several of its schools, including Newnan High School. 

RELATED: EF-4 tornado damages homes, buildings and a high school in Newnan

Power is down across parts of Coweta County with some roads blocked.

Horton said the personnel and transportation required for safe daily operations have been adversely affected, even if not all schools suffered severe damage.

Tornado damage in Newnan

Aerials of the destruction from a tornado that swept through the town of Newnan in the overnight hours. The storm brought down trees and power lines, destroyed homes, and killed one person while leaving several people injured.

"We will continue to consult with our local government, law enforcement and emergency management partners to assess our ability to safely open later in the week and will provide you with an update on our status after progress has been made to restore power and open roads," Horton wrote. "I appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate this very difficult time."

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