Ellijay, GA Warnings, Watches and Advisories

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Please carefully read each posted Warning and Alert as it relates to the area(s) being affected. We may provide a wider range of issued severe weather warnings for surrounding cities and counties, so some alerts may not directly impact this location. This is done to help with preparing for severe weather that may overlap or be heading towards Ellijay.

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Cold Weather Advisory issued January 24 at 12:38AM EST until January 24 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 20. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 13. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 22 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 9 AM EST this morning. For the Freeze Watch, from this evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 degrees could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Appropriate action should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children, the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the cold. Take measures to protect them.

Freeze Warning issued January 24 at 12:38AM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 20. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 13. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 22 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 9 AM EST this morning. For the Freeze Watch, from this evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 degrees could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Appropriate action should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children, the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the cold. Take measures to protect them.

Freeze Watch issued January 24 at 12:38AM EST until January 25 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 20. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 13. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 22 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida and southeast Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 9 AM EST this morning. For the Freeze Watch, from this evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 degrees could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Appropriate action should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children, the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the cold. Take measures to protect them.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 9:56PM EST until January 24 at 8:00AM EST by NWS Charleston SC

* WHAT...Very cold temperatures as low as 17 to 24 degrees expected, with wind chills similar or slightly colder. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Georgia and southeast South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This continues to be an unusually long period of bitterly cold weather. Be sure to take protective actions to prepare both your home and business as well as yourself for this period of very cold weather.

Special Weather Statement issued January 23 at 9:54PM EST by NWS Charleston SC

Temperatures tonight are forecast to remain below freezing through 9 or 10 AM Friday, falling into the upper teens to lower 20s tonight. As a result many roadways will remain hazardous for travel with refreezing liquid, compact snow/ice, and black ice. This includes primary roads, secondary roads, and back roads, plus bridges and overpasses. Black ice is difficult to see and distinguish from dry surfaces. The deceptive nature of black ice can catch you unaware while you are driving or walking, causing you to lose control of your motor vehicle or to slip and fall.

Freeze Warning issued January 23 at 9:25PM EST until January 24 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Tallahassee FL

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, a hard freeze with temperatures as low as 21 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 15 expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Alabama, Big Bend and Panhandle Florida, and south central and southwest Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 9 AM EST /8 AM CST/ Friday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST /9 AM CST/ Friday. * IMPACTS...Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Cold Weather Advisory issued January 23 at 9:25PM EST until January 24 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Tallahassee FL

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, a hard freeze with temperatures as low as 21 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 15 expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Alabama, Big Bend and Panhandle Florida, and south central and southwest Georgia. * WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, until 9 AM EST /8 AM CST/ Friday. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM EST /9 AM CST/ Friday. * IMPACTS...Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Special Weather Statement issued January 23 at 5:27PM EST by NWS Tallahassee FL

Re-freezing of snow and sleet melt is expected this evening, as temperatures plummet well below freezing after dark. This will create areas of slippery black ice, especially in places that have not already completely dried, or places that have remained shaded through the day. This includes roadways that remain shaded by trees or by overpasses, or anyplace on the shaded north side of buildings. If you must be out this evening, be ready for the sudden re- freezing of snowmelt water, and the formation of black ice. Slushy snow will become icy and hard. If driving, slow way down before encountering icy spots. Allow extra space between you and surrounding vehicles. If walking on foot, avoid icy spots if you can.

Special Weather Statement issued January 23 at 3:43PM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL

Snow melt this afternoon and sub freezing temperatures will lead to slick road conditions. Hazardous road conditions are likely to continue until temperatures rise above freezing around mid morning on Friday. Use extra caution while driving and slow down to reduce your risk. Black ice is difficult to see and distinguish from dry surfaces. The deceptive nature of black ice can catch you unaware while you are driving or walking, causing you to lose control of your motor vehicle or to slip and fall.

Special Weather Statement issued January 23 at 3:16PM EST by NWS Charleston SC

Temperatures tonight are forecast to dip below freezing shortly after nightfall, falling into the upper teens to low 20s tonight. As a result many roadways will remain hazardous for travel with refreezing liquid, compact snow/ice, and black ice. This includes primary roads, secondary roads, and back roads, plus bridges and overpasses. Black ice is difficult to see and distinguish from dry surfaces. The deceptive nature of black ice can catch you unaware while you are driving or walking, causing you to lose control of your motor vehicle or to slip and fall.

Special Weather Statement issued January 23 at 2:04PM EST by NWS Peachtree City GA

While temperatures have risen above freezing this afternoon and assisted in the melting and drying of roads, refreezing will occur again this evening as temperatures drop back below freezing. Secondary and less-traveled roadways will have the highest potential for lingering icy spots and black ice that will cause slick and hazardous driving conditions. If you have to drive in these areas overnight into Friday morning, exercise caution. Proceed slowly and allow extra distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. Heed any messages from local officials regarding affected roads and driving conditions.