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July 19, 2026

Scattered Storms, Damaging Winds and Dangerous Heat Expected Across Northwest Georgia This Week

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Residents of Chattooga County and northwest Georgia should prepare for another hot and humid week with daily chances for afternoon and evening thunderstorms, some of which could become strong or severe.

July 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Hot, Humid Weather Continues With Daily Afternoon Storm Chances

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Hot and humid conditions will continue across Chattooga County and northwest Georgia through the weekend, with scattered afternoon thunderstorms providing only temporary relief from the heat.

April 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Drought Conditions Worsen Across Georgia, Including Northwest Region

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Drought conditions continue to intensify across Georgia, with new data showing much of the state now experiencing severe to extreme drought levels.

According to the National Weather Service in Atlanta, drought conditions have steadily worsened since last fall. Maps comparing conditions from September 2025 to now show a dramatic expansion of dry conditions, with nearly the entire state now impacted.

As of mid-April, about 90 percent of Georgia is classified in severe to exceptional drought, marking the largest coverage of drought in nearly 20 years.

Rainfall totals have been well below normal in recent months. In some areas, including parts of North Georgia, rainfall has dropped to just a fraction of typical levels, contributing to worsening soil moisture and increasing stress on crops, water supplies, and vegetation.

Locally, these dry conditions are already contributing to elevated fire danger across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia, with officials urging residents to use caution with outdoor burning.

Forecasters say that without meaningful rainfall in the coming weeks, drought conditions are expected to persist and could continue into the summer months.

February 7, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Fire Danger and Strong Winds Impact Chattooga County, Northwest Georgia

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Residents across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia are dealing with a mix of cold, wind, and fire weather concerns this weekend as a Fire Danger Statement remains in effect for much of north and east central Georgia on Saturday.