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October 10, 2026

Chattooga County Storm Updates

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10:18 AM:

Chattooga County EMA is reporting numerous downed trees, damaged power poles, downed power lines and hazardous road conditions as Hurricane Isaias impacts the area.

⚠️ HIGHWAY 157 AT PARTAIN ROAD: EXTREME DANGER! A downed power line is reportedly arcing in the roadway, producing balls of fire. AVOID THIS AREA AND STAY AWAY FROM ALL POWER LINES.

⚠️ PEACH ORCHARD ROAD AT MCWHORTER ROAD: ROAD COMPLETELY BLOCKED. A broken power pole and a dead tree lying across the pole are blocking the entire roadway. Motorists should find an alternate route.

⚠️ HIGHWAY 337 – 5000 BLOCK: A tree is leaning over the roadway with power lines involved. A Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office deputy reports the road is passable. Georgia Power has been notified for cleanup.

⚠️ HAIR LAKE ROAD AT RIDGE VIEW DRIVE: Debris is partially blocking the roadway. Use caution.

⚠️ STATE LINE ROAD – CLOUDLAND: A fallen tree is blocking half the roadway in the 1000 block. Chattooga County Public Works has been dispatched to remove the tree.

⚠️ SOUTH LITTLE SAND MOUNTAIN ROAD: A power pole is down in the area, and North Georgia EMC has been notified and is working to restore service. Another tree is blocking the roadway in the 600 block.

⚠️ HIGHWAY 100 NEAR LEGEND HOLLOW ROAD: A fallen tree is blocking half the roadway. The Georgia Department of Transportation has been dispatched for removal.

⚠️ HIGHWAY 27 AT CENTRAL AVENUE: The Georgia State Patrol reports high water near the intersection. Drivers should avoid standing water and use extreme caution.

⚡ POWER OUTAGES IN CHATTOOGA COUNTY

⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT – MENLO ⚠️

A fallen tree is blocking one lane of the roadway in the 600 block of Edison Street in Menlo.

Menlo maintenance crews are en route to remove the tree and clear the roadway.

Motorists should slow down and use caution when traveling through the area.

This is the latest in a series of storm-related road hazards reported across Chattooga County today.

Stay tuned to WZQZ Radio and ChattoogaInfo.com for continuing updates.

The latest outage figures provided for this update show:

⚠️ TRAFFIC ALERT – CLOUDLAND, CHATTOOGA COUNTY ⚠️

Chattooga County Emergency Management Agency Director Pamela M. Vaughn reports another dangerous situation involving a fallen tree and power lines in the Cloudland area.

1600 BLOCK OF GILREATH MILL ROAD: A tree is lying on power lines and hanging over the roadway.

Callers report that the tree appears unstable and could fall at any time, potentially bringing the power lines down into the road.

Motorists are urged to avoid this area if possible. Do not drive beneath the damaged tree or approach any downed or damaged power lines.

The report comes as emergency personnel and utility crews continue responding to numerous storm-related hazards throughout Chattooga County.

🚨 IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS

• Never approach a downed power line. Always assume it is energized.

• Do not attempt to drive over fallen trees or electrical wires.

• Never drive through flooded roadways.

• Avoid damaged areas whenever possible and allow emergency responders, road crews and utility workers room to work.

• Report life-threatening emergencies to 911.

These are reported conditions and may change as crews respond. Road clearance has not been confirmed at the locations listed above.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hurricane Isaias Brings High Winds, Heavy Rain And Flooding Threat To Chattooga County Saturday

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Chattooga County residents are facing a potentially dangerous weather situation Saturday as Hurricane Isaias brings strong winds, heavy rainfall and the threat of severe storms to Northwest Georgia.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Commissioner Declares State Of Emergency Ahead Of Hurricane Isaias

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Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen has declared a local State of Emergency for Chattooga County as the county prepares for potentially dangerous weather associated with Hurricane Isaias.

October 9, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hurricane Isaias To Bring Damaging Winds, Heavy Rain And Tornado Threat To Northwest Georgia This Weekend

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are being urged to prepare for a potentially dangerous weekend as Hurricane Isaias approaches the northern Gulf Coast, bringing the threat of damaging winds, flooding and tornadoes to the region.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Mini Renaissance Festival Canceled Due To Weather; Indoor Celebration Still Planned Saturday

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Summerville Mini Renaissance Festival Canceled Due to Inclement Weather; Indoor Renaissance Celebration Planned

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Gov. Kemp Declares State Of Emergency For All 159 Georgia Counties Ahead Of Hurricane Isaias

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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has issued an updated State of Emergency covering all 159 Georgia counties as Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, bringing the threat of damaging winds, heavy rainfall, flooding and possible tornadoes to the state.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

High Wind And Flood Watches Issued For Chattooga County As Hurricane Isaias Approaches

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are being urged to prepare for a potentially dangerous weekend of weather as Hurricane Isaias approaches the northern Gulf Coast.