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Summer Burning Ban for Metro Atlanta Area

The Summer Open Burning Ban, May 1 - Sept 30, prohibits citizens and businesses from burning yard and land-clearing debris. This rule is in addition to the year-round state ban on the burning of household garbage. Read on...
Grilling Safety

Summer time is here and it is time to grill. Follow these tips to ensure your cookout is safe. Read on...
Summer Heat Preparedness

As temperatures rise, it is important that you and your family be prepared for the extreme heat. Read on...
Flash Floods

Six inches of water can knock over an adult and only 12 inches of water is needed to carry away a car. Read on...
Tornado Season is From March 1st to May 31st

Be prepared for severe weather! Tornado season in Georgia is from March until the end of May, with the highest number of tornadoes occurring in April. Read on...
Lightning Safety

Every thunderstorm produces lightning. In the United States, an average of 300 people are injured and 80 people are killed each year by lightning. Read on...
Thunderstorms

The typical thunderstorm is 15 miles in diameter and lasts an average of 30 minutes. Despite their small size, ALL thunderstorms are dangerous! Read on...
Weather Alerts and Warnings

Do you know the difference between a National Weather Service Severe Thunderstorm Watch and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning? Read on...