Friday, April 19, 2013
The National Weather Service says widespread showers and thunderstorms will continue to move across the region today.
2:20 p.m. - The Severe Thunderstorm Watch and the Warning are no longer in effect, but the Hazardous Weather Outlook continues. 1:45 p.m.- The weather alert was upgraded to a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Oconee and part of Clarke until 2:15 p.m. Oconee, Clarke and surrounding counties are under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m. Friday. A Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by the National Weather Service states: WIDESPREAD SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS WILL CONTINUE TO MOVE ACROSS THE REGION TODAY...ASSOCIATED WITH A COLD FRONTAL PASSAGE. THE BEST CHANCE FOR THUNDERSTORMS WILL BE MAINLY SOUTH AND EAST OF ATLANTA ACROSS CENTRAL GEORGIA WHERE THE MORE UNSTABLE AIR EXISTS AHEAD OF THE FRONT. WITH STRONG LOW LEVEL SHEAR NEAR THE FRONT EDGE …
Monday, March 18, 2013
There's a threat of severe storms in north and central Georgia Monday, the National Weather Service cautions.
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Monday, March 18
All of that lovely spring weather over the weekend soon will be a distant memory - a least for a little while. Forecasts are for hazardous weather for the area Monday evening (March 18). The National Weather Service says in a statement that storms will move into the area and intensify by the afternoon. The alert says "strong to severe storms with large hail" are possible, with the "risk of an isolated tornado." New rainfall amounts from one-fourth to one-half of an inch are possible. The NWS alert says in part: STRONG TO SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS POSSIBLE TODAY INTO TONIGHT ... AN AREA OF SHOWERS AND EMBEDDED THUNDERSTORMS WILL MOVE ACROSS ALABAMA AND INTO WEST GEORGIA LATER THIS MORNING. STORMS WILL INTENSIFY THROUGH EARLY AFTERNOON AND …
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Heavy rainfall is expected overnight and throughout Monday morning.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for much of north Georgia, including Oconee and Clarke counties, that is in effect through 1 p.m. Monday. Officials warn heavy rain may lead to instances of flash flooding, especially in poorly drained locations. According to the NWS forecast, between three-quarters of an inch and an inch or new rainfall was expected overnight, and an additional half inch is likely on Monday. Some storms could also produce high winds. People in the affected area should monitor forecasts and be prepared to take action in the event a Flash Flood Warning is issued, which means a flash flood is imminent or actually occurring. Don’t miss any Oconee news. Subscribe to Oconee Patch’s free newsletter, …
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
UPDATE: The National Weather Service has extended a tornado watch for much of the state until 8 p.m.
Oconee County is one of 64 Georgia counties that is under a tornado watch until 8 p.m, according to a notice from the National Weather Service. The Weather Channel says this means "conditions are conducive to the development of tornadoes in and close to the watch area." In addition, there is a wind advisory in effect for most of north and central Georgia until midnight. Winds 15-20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph could knock down tree limbs and make driving difficult, the advisory notes. "It is important to stay aware today," a hazardous weather outlook states. "The line of storms is expected to push into northwest Georgia this morning...track through the ATL metro area by mid afternoon... and along an Athens to Macon to Americus line by early…
Monday, April 23, 2012
Most of north and central Georgia is under both a high wind as well as a fire danger advisory into the early evening.
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Monday, April 23, 2012
In a day when the temperature is expected to reach just 61, the National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a wind advisory to remain in effect from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today. In addition to this, a high fire danger conditions alert has been issued for today and into the early evening hours. Both of the advisories are for most of north and central Georgia. Wind Advisory: Fire Advisory
Thursday, April 12, 2012
The National Weather Service warns dry fuels mixed with low relative humidity and winds is a recipe for high fire danger. No burn permits will be issued today.
A fire danger statement has been issued for Oconee County and other parts of north and central Georgia for Friday afternoon and evening. According to the National Weather Service, the statement was issued because low relative humidity, dry fuels and winds have created potentially dangerous conditions. The Georgia Forestry Commission notes no permits are being issued at this time in Oconee due to hazardous fire danger. Residents can check the status of permits daily by clicking here. The Georgia Emergency Management Agency’s Ready Georgia campaign offers the following advice about how to take certain precautions and stay informed about the possible dangers related to fire: Prepare for Wildfire Make a Plan Stay Informed
Friday, February 24, 2012
Eleven counties are under a tornado watch until 4 p.m.
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Friday, February 24, 2012
Update: 2:30 p.m -- The watch has been canceled. The National Weather Service of Peachtree City has issued a tornado watch for Oconee, Clarke, Jackson, Madison and Banks counties in northeast Georgia. Six counties in north central Georgia are also included in the watch, which is in effect through 4 p.m. on Friday. This means "conditions are conducive to the development of tornadoes in and close to the watch area." Check back for weather updates throughout the day.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
The National Weather Service reports the possibility of black ice.
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a pair of weather alerts for Oconee County. A wind advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. West winds 15 to 20 mph are expected with the possiblity of gusts of up to 35 mph. High winds can make driving difficult and motorists should be on the look out for downed trees, according to the advisory. Temperatures will likely drop below freezing to 28 degrees overnight and wet bridges and overpasses may freeze, a special weather statement noted. There is also the potential for black ice on roadways through early Thursday.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Highs temperatures will again be in the upper 90s Wednesday.
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Update: The National Weather Service extended a heat advisory Tuesday night that will go into effect Wednesday at 11 a.m. through Thursday at 5 a.m. The heat advisory is for portions of north and central Georgia, including both Oconee, Clarke, and Barrow counties. The extreme heat can create hazardous conditions for outdoor activities. A heat advisory means that a period of dangerous heat is expected. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room and stay out of direct sunshine. Remember the elderly, very young and people with heart conditions are most at risk in extreme heat. Friends, relatives and neighbors should check on people who may be at risk. People are advised to reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or …
Thursday, May 26, 2011
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Oconee and other north Georgia counties until 11 p.m.
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Thursday, May 26, 2011
Scattered thunderstorms with the potential to become severe are headed into central and north Georgia, according to the National Weather Service of Peachtree City. Oconee, Clarke, Barrow and 62 other Georgia counties are included in a severe thunderstorm watch through 11 p.m. The storms may produce strong winds and hail or even isolated tornadoes, the watch states.
