An unsettled weather pattern is moving into Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this week, bringing several rounds of showers and thunderstorms and the potential for strong to severe storms.

Forecasters say the first round of storms could impact Northwest Georgia Tuesday morning, with additional storms possible Tuesday night into Wednesday. Some storms may become strong to severe, with damaging wind gusts, hail, and an isolated spin-up tornado among the main concerns.

The greatest concern for Chattooga County and surrounding areas appears to be during the Tuesday night into early Wednesday time frame, when another organized line of storms is expected to move in from the west. While storms may weaken as they move across Georgia, residents are still encouraged to stay weather-aware.

Despite multiple rounds of rain in the forecast, forecasters say the ongoing drought is not expected to see much meaningful improvement. Dry conditions continue to impact parts of Northwest Georgia, and rainfall totals may not be enough to provide long-term relief.

Temperatures will remain fairly seasonal through midweek, with highs generally in the 70s and 80s. A cooler and wetter pattern is expected late in the week and into the weekend, with more rain chances possible Friday night into Saturday.

Residents should monitor the forecast closely, especially Tuesday and Wednesday, and have multiple ways to receive weather warnings in case severe storms develop.