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June 10, 2026

Afternoon Storms and Rising Heat Index Values Expected Through Saturday

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A muggy and unsettled weather pattern will continue across the region through the end of the week, bringing daily chances for isolated to scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms.

June 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Sunday Brings Return of Showers and Storms Across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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After a stretch of dry weather, showers and thunderstorms are making a return to Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia today as a more active weather pattern settles across the region.

February 21, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Rain and Thunderstorms Soak Chattooga County Today; Gusty, Colder Air Arrives Tonight

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Keep the umbrella handy across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia today as a weather system brings widespread rain showers with occasional thunderstorms. The steadiest rain is expected through the daytime hours, and while the more significant severe weather threat is aimed farther south in Georgia, brief heavier downpours and isolated lightning are still possible locally at times.

February 2, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Severe Weather Preparedness Week Underway in Georgia, Thunderstorm Safety Tips for Monday

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This week is severe weather week in Georgia. Today, Monday Feb. 2 – Friday Feb. 6.

Today’s focus is Day 1 (Feb. 2): Thunderstorm Safety. Thunderstorms can produce dangerous conditions in a short amount of time, including damaging straight-line winds, large hail, torrential rain, and frequent lightning. Even storms that don’t appear severe at first can quickly intensify, so having a plan and staying weather-aware is key.