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.
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.
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.
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 winter ice storm: Mayor Dickens urges caution as city braces for 'dangerous ice event'
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is urging residents to finalize their storm preparations early and stay off the roads starting Saturday afternoon as black ice becomes a major threat.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is urging residents to finalize their storm preparations early and stay off the roads starting Saturday afternoon as black ice becomes a major threat.
What to do if your flight gets canceled due to winter storms
Flight cancellations are likely this weekend as a massive winter storm is expected to cripple much of the U.S.
Flight cancellations are likely this weekend as a massive winter storm is expected to cripple much of the U.S.
GDOT activates winter weather response as dangerous ice storm approaches
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is shifting to "all hands on deck" as a significant winter storm threatens to blanket North and Central Georgia with dangerous ice.
The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is shifting to "all hands on deck" as a significant winter storm threatens to blanket North and Central Georgia with dangerous ice.
Cobb County firefighters brace for treacherous conditions as winter storm approaches
Cobb County firefighters are ramping up staffing and preparing specialized equipment to handle the unique dangers of subfreezing emergency responses.
Cobb County firefighters are ramping up staffing and preparing specialized equipment to handle the unique dangers of subfreezing emergency responses.
Georgia Power: Winter storm may cause ‘2–3 day outage or longer’
Residents should prepare for power outages lasting three days or longer due to heavy weekend icing.
Residents should prepare for power outages lasting three days or longer due to heavy weekend icing.
Georgia Winter Storm Watch | Crippling ice storm's timing, intensity: 'This is no joke'
Heavy freezing rain and ice buildup pose a significant threat for widespread power outages and downed trees.
Heavy freezing rain and ice buildup pose a significant threat for widespread power outages and downed trees.
University of Georgia prepares for winter storm: Possible Monday closure
UGA anticipates closing on Monday, Jan. 26, due to predicted ice accumulation and dangerous travel conditions.
UGA anticipates closing on Monday, Jan. 26, due to predicted ice accumulation and dangerous travel conditions.
How to prevent frozen pipes and furnace failure during a winter storm
Change air filters immediately to maintain system efficiency and prevent mechanical failure during extreme temperature drops.
Change air filters immediately to maintain system efficiency and prevent mechanical failure during extreme temperature drops.
Your pre-snow (or ice) storm shopping list
A major winter storm will arrive this weekend, potentially causing widespread power outages and making travel nearly impossible. Here’s how to get your pantry ready.
A major winter storm will arrive this weekend, potentially causing widespread power outages and making travel nearly impossible. Here’s how to get your pantry ready.
Winter Storm Watch: Possible ice totals for North Georgia
The FOX 5 Storm Team stresses that this system is primarily an ice storm, not a snowstorm, making impacts harder to predict and potentially more severe.
The FOX 5 Storm Team stresses that this system is primarily an ice storm, not a snowstorm, making impacts harder to predict and potentially more severe.
Gov. Kemp issues a State of Emergency for Georgia ahead of storm
Gov. Brian Kemp declared a State of Emergency for all of Georgia during a virtual update about the approaching winter storm on Thursday morning.
Gov. Brian Kemp declared a State of Emergency for all of Georgia during a virtual update about the approaching winter storm on Thursday morning.
Georgia Power crews stand by as ice threatens long-lasting power outages
Georgia officials and utility crews are readying for "significant, long-lasting power outages" this weekend.
Georgia officials and utility crews are readying for "significant, long-lasting power outages" this weekend.
Do trees actually explode from 'extreme' cold?
Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper Midwest this week could mean exploding trees. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down this viral claim.
Can trees really explode in the extreme cold? Rumors are spreading on social media that the frigid temperatures in the Upper Midwest this week could mean exploding trees. FOX 9's Cody Matz breaks down this viral claim.
Georgia officials preparing for upcoming ice storm
State and local agencies are mobilizing, with GDOT preparing road treatments and power crews on standby in case of outages.
State and local agencies are mobilizing, with GDOT preparing road treatments and power crews on standby in case of outages.
Goats in coats: Zoo Atlanta’s cutest cold-weather plan
At Zoo Atlanta, a cold snap doesn’t slow things down — it just means it’s time to get creative.
At Zoo Atlanta, a cold snap doesn’t slow things down — it just means it’s time to get creative.