state of emergency, Georgia

Forecasters issue advisory as Augusta area, state officials get ready for winter storm
The advisory includes Columbia, Richmond, McDuffie and Aiken counties. It is in effect from 10 a.m. Friday to 4 a.m. Saturday. Mixed precipitation is expected with snow and/or sleet accumulations up to a half inch and ice accumulations around two-tenths of an inch.
State of emergency declared in Georgia ahead of winter storm
Gov. Brian Kemp has declared a state of emergency for the state of Georgia as a winter storm is expected to impact the state Friday. This state of emergency is effective immediately and lasts through Tuesday,
BREAKING: Kemp declares state of emergency in Georgia ahead of winter storm
Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday declared a state of emergency in Georgia in preparation for the winter storm expected to hit the state on Friday.
Are classes canceled due to the winter storm? Here's the latest on Augusta-area schools
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Winter storm system expected to hit Georgia later this week. Tips to get prepared.
Check your heating system and furnace, ensure it's functioning properly. Seal drafts around windows and doors.
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