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January 18, 2026

City of Summerville Shares Tips to Prevent Frozen Pipes as Freezing Temperatures Move In

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With freezing temperatures in the forecast, the City of Summerville is urging residents to take a few simple steps now to help prevent frozen and bursting pipes during the cold snap.

City officials recommend dripping faucets with a very thin stream of water — about the size of a pencil lead — especially for fixtures on exterior walls. Residents are also encouraged to open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors so warmer indoor air can circulate around plumbing that may be tucked against outside walls.

Another important step is disconnecting garden hoses from outdoor spigots. If available, insulated foam covers can also be placed over exterior faucets to help reduce freezing risk. The city also reminds households to make sure everyone knows where the main water shut-off valve is located, so water can be turned off quickly if a pipe bursts.

For questions or assistance, residents can contact the City of Summerville at 706-859-0900.

January 12, 2026

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Chilly Start, Dry Air Raises Fire Concerns as Northwest Georgia Eyes Possible Mountain Snow Midweek

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A noticeably cooler and drier pattern is settling over Georgia to start the week, bringing brisk mornings to Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia while also fueling heightened fire-danger concerns elsewhere in the state today and Tuesday.

January 3, 2026

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Rainy Saturday for Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia

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Northwest Georgia will stay wet today as widespread rain continues through the morning and into the evening.

December 26, 2025

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Warm Through Weekend Before Monday Cold Front

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Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia will keep a springlike feel through the weekend as unusually warm air remains in place, pushing temperatures 15 to 25 degrees above normal.

December 23, 2025

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Record-Warm Stretch Builds Over Chattooga County; Rain Chance Returns Sunday Ahead of Strong Cold Front

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A late-December warmup is taking hold across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia today (Tuesday, December 23, 2025) as clouds gradually thin and temperatures climb into the upper 60s — with a few spots flirting with 70 degrees by afternoon.

December 15, 2025

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Cold Weather Advisory For Northwest Georgia – Warm Up On The Way

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A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia this Monday morning as a blast of Arctic air sends temperatures plunging into the teens, with wind chill values in the single digits in some locations. The coldest readings are expected in low-lying and rural areas, where residents may feel the harshest impacts during the early morning hours.

December 14, 2025

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Arctic Blast Brings Coldest Air of the Season to Chattooga County Sunday Night

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An arctic cold front moving into northwest Georgia tonight will bring gusty winds and the coldest air of the season to Chattooga County Sunday night into Monday morning. A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect Sunday evening through Monday morning, and residents are urged to prepare now for a sharp drop in temperatures.

November 25, 2025

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Severe Weather Possible Today in Chattooga County as Rain Returns to Northwest Georgia

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Rain returns to Chattooga County and much of Northwest Georgia today as a cold front approaches the region. Forecasters say most of the area can expect three-quarters of an inch to an inch and a half of rainfall, with a few isolated spots possibly seeing up to two inches or more, especially across the higher elevations of far northwest Georgia.