DeKalb declares emergency ahead of major ice storm
Facing an incoming winter storm, DeKalb County officials have declared a state of emergency, mobilizing over 2,500 tons of salt and 10,000 tons of sand to combat icy roads. The response is a high-stakes "all hands on deck" operation, featuring 24/7 staffing, the opening of four dedicated warming centers for vulnerable residents, and a coordinated fleet effort to chain up emergency vehicles.
Facing an incoming winter storm, DeKalb County officials have declared a state of emergency, mobilizing over 2,500 tons of salt and 10,000 tons of sand to combat icy roads. The response is a high-stakes "all hands on deck" operation, featuring 24/7 staffing, the opening of four dedicated warming centers for vulnerable residents, and a coordinated fleet effort to chain up emergency vehicles.
Gwinnett County issues plea to drivers starting Saturday: 'Please stay off the road'
Gwinnett County officials issued a local state of emergency Friday, mobilizing all branches of government ahead of a "significant weather event."
Gwinnett County officials issued a local state of emergency Friday, mobilizing all branches of government ahead of a "significant weather event."
Florida man accused of throwing ketchup packet at man at St. Pete bus station: Police
A Florida man was arrested Monday after police say he threw an opened ketchup packet at a man while at a bus station, according to a St. Petersburg Police Department arrest affidavit.
A Florida man was arrested Monday after police say he threw an opened ketchup packet at a man while at a bus station, according to a St. Petersburg Police Department arrest affidavit.
Why a quarter inch of ice can snap power lines: Douglas County EMA director explains
Douglas County emergency officials are bracing for a dangerous ice storm as an upgraded weather system threatens widespread power outages.
Douglas County emergency officials are bracing for a dangerous ice storm as an upgraded weather system threatens widespread power outages.
Douglas EMA Director: ‘Ice weighs more than water’
James Queen, of the Douglas County Emergency Management Agency, said the National Weather Service upgraded the event's status at 1 p.m. Friday. The shift from a general winter weather event to an ice storm carries significant weight—literally.
James Queen, of the Douglas County Emergency Management Agency, said the National Weather Service upgraded the event's status at 1 p.m. Friday. The shift from a general winter weather event to an ice storm carries significant weight—literally.
Ice storm final countdown: What you should do right now to prepare
How to prepare now to survive indoors without electricity for at least 72 hours due to widespread ice-related power outages.
How to prepare now to survive indoors without electricity for at least 72 hours due to widespread ice-related power outages.
DEA discusses drug threats in Atlanta
The Drug Enforcement Agency held a command briefing to highlight the agencies priorities and efforts in the fight against Atlanta drug trafficking. Hear what the agency had to say about Fentanyl distribution in Atlanta.
The Drug Enforcement Agency held a command briefing to highlight the agencies priorities and efforts in the fight against Atlanta drug trafficking. Hear what the agency had to say about Fentanyl distribution in Atlanta.
Four dead in Lawrenceville shooting; suspect and victims identified
Four adults were killed in what police are describing as a domestic-related shooting in Lawrenceville. Three children survived by hiding in a closet, according to investigators.
Four adults were killed in what police are describing as a domestic-related shooting in Lawrenceville. Three children survived by hiding in a closet, according to investigators.
Atlanta airport preps for winter storm
Watch to find out how Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is preparing for this weekend's anticipated winter storm and hear about updates regarding flight cancellations.
Watch to find out how Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is preparing for this weekend's anticipated winter storm and hear about updates regarding flight cancellations.
GEMA activates full-scale emergency response as destructive ice storm approaches
GEMA is preparing for what officials are calling a "rare" and potentially devastating ice event that could trigger widespread, multi-day power outages and make travel "impossible" across the northern half of the state.
GEMA is preparing for what officials are calling a "rare" and potentially devastating ice event that could trigger widespread, multi-day power outages and make travel "impossible" across the northern half of the state.
GEMA update on ice storm preps | full press conference
In a recent press conference, officials from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) warned of a major winter storm expected to bring significant ice accumulations to North Georgia and metro Atlanta starting Saturday afternoon. Governor Kemp has issued a state of emergency for all 159 counties through January 29th, enabling full state resource deployment and activating the State Operations Center 24/7. Residents are urged to complete all storm preparations by today or tomorrow morning at the latest, as hazardous conditions will make travel difficult to impossible once the ice begins to build.
In a recent press conference, officials from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) warned of a major winter storm expected to bring significant ice accumulations to North Georgia and metro Atlanta starting Saturday afternoon. Governor Kemp has issued a state of emergency for all 159 counties through January 29th, enabling full state resource deployment and activating the State Operations Center 24/7. Residents are urged to complete all storm preparations by today or tomorrow morning at the latest, as hazardous conditions will make travel difficult to impossible once the ice begins to build.
Kevin Johnson: Former NFL defensive lineman's death being investigated as homicide
Kevin Johnson played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders in the 1990s. His cause of death is being investigated as a homicide.
Kevin Johnson played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders in the 1990s. His cause of death is being investigated as a homicide.
Hartsfield-Jackson International prepares for ice storm and potential disruptions
With a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain in the forecast, airport officials are taking proactive steps to avoid a repeat of last year's weather-related gridlock.
With a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain in the forecast, airport officials are taking proactive steps to avoid a repeat of last year's weather-related gridlock.
Ice Storm Warning expands to include metro Atlanta
A major ice storm threatens North Georgia and metro Atlanta with significant icing starting Saturday afternoon, with total ice accumulations expected between 0.25-1 inch.
A major ice storm threatens North Georgia and metro Atlanta with significant icing starting Saturday afternoon, with total ice accumulations expected between 0.25-1 inch.
Expert tips to prep your home for threat of ice
In 2025 alone, winter storms resulted in approximately $4.02 billion in insured losses across the U.S. Ian Giammanco, the managing director for Atmospheric Science, talks about how to prepare your home to protect from extreme ice damage.
In 2025 alone, winter storms resulted in approximately $4.02 billion in insured losses across the U.S. Ian Giammanco, the managing director for Atmospheric Science, talks about how to prepare your home to protect from extreme ice damage.
Georgia Department of Transportation preps for major ice storm
GDOT says it has more than 2 million gallons of brine on hand to de-ice roads but needs motorists to stay off roads to ensure safety. Hear from GDOT officials how they are prepping.
GDOT says it has more than 2 million gallons of brine on hand to de-ice roads but needs motorists to stay off roads to ensure safety. Hear from GDOT officials how they are prepping.
Georgia Winter Storm: Where to go to get warm if needed
As dangerous cold and winter weather move into Georgia, counties across the state are opening warming shelters to provide safe, heated spaces for those in need.
As dangerous cold and winter weather move into Georgia, counties across the state are opening warming shelters to provide safe, heated spaces for those in need.
Atlanta airport ice storm preps | full press conference
Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport give an update on how their teams are preparing for an incoming ice storm likely to impact travel.
Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport give an update on how their teams are preparing for an incoming ice storm likely to impact travel.
How to handle trees before the freeze
We spoke with Josh Marotta, the owner of Atlanta Arbor, who gives us the rundown on how to protect ourselves from falling trees and limbs affected by ice. He also discusses preventative measures to take in the future.
We spoke with Josh Marotta, the owner of Atlanta Arbor, who gives us the rundown on how to protect ourselves from falling trees and limbs affected by ice. He also discusses preventative measures to take in the future.
Jump starting spring vegetables
In this tutorial, Marina from Pike Nurseries provides a guide on starting seeds indoors to get a head start on the spring growing season. She highlights that planting seeds offers greater variety, such as heirloom or vintage tomatoes, and is a fun activity to do with grandchildren.
In this tutorial, Marina from Pike Nurseries provides a guide on starting seeds indoors to get a head start on the spring growing season. She highlights that planting seeds offers greater variety, such as heirloom or vintage tomatoes, and is a fun activity to do with grandchildren.