Updated Monday, Feb. 2
The National Weatjer Service at Peachtree City has issued a Special Weather Statement for many areas in the local area, including Walton, Gwinnett and surrounding counties for the possibility for patchy black ice until 9 a.m. this morning.
“Any snow that has melted or remains on roadways will refreeze as temperatures will drop into the teens to 20s across much of eastern Georgia by early Monday morning. Thus, patchy to widespread black ice can be expected especially in areas that received higher snowfall accumulations over the weekend. Exercise caution during your morning commute especially along bridges, overpasses and any untreated roadways. Additionally, be mindful while walking on sidewalks, driveways and parking lots. Temperatures will rise above freezing by Monday afternoon which will help the melting process.”
Updated at 12 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 from National Weather Service at Peachtree City
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp issues another State of Emergency
The National Weather Service at Peachtree City has issued an Extreme Cold Warning for all of north and central Georgia from 7 p.m. Saturday to 1 p.m. Sunday. According to the NWS, dangerously cold wind chills ranging from as cold as 15 degrees below in the north Georgia mountains to the single digits above zero in central Georgia.
“Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly.
The Winter Storm Warning and Winter Weather Advisory area have been expanded this morning. Within the pink Warning area, 2-6 inches of snow are forecast, with locally higher amounts possible. Gwinnett and Walton County fall well within the pink Warning area.
Gov. Brian Kemp has again declared a State of Emergency for the state until 11.59 on Friday, Feb. 6, 202. Click or tap on this link to read the Executive Order issuing the State of Emergency.
Updated at 4:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 from National Weather Service at Peachtree City
The National Weather Service at Peachtree City has issued Winter Storm Warning from 1 a.m. Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, 2026 for portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Georgia. Walton, Gwinnett and counties to the north and east of them are in the warning area.
According to the NWS, heavy snow is expected with total snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches with locally higher amounts possible and winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Gusty winds could result in areas of blowing snow and poor visibility. Plan on very difficult to impossible travel conditions.
Wind chills will range from 5 degrees below zero to the lower teens above zero on Saturday and from 10 degrees below zero to to the single digits above zero Saturday night. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce
your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
An Extreme Cold Watch remains in effect for all of north and central Georgia from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon with dangerously cold wind chills ranging from 10 below zero in the north Georgia mountains to the single digits above zero in central Georgia.
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly.
Update at 1:15 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 from the National Weather Service at Peachtree City
A Winter Storm Watch is now in effect for parts of north and east Georgia from Friday evening through Sunday morning, where there is high confidence of snow accumulations of more than an inch. Any snow accumulations will produce slick roadways and impact travel.
National Weather Service at Peachtree City
Initial Story
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for portions of central, east central, north central and northwest Georgia, including Walton, Gwinnett and surrounding counties. An Extreme Cold Watch also has been issued for Friday through to Sunday, Feb. 1. The Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Friday evening through Sunday morning.
According to the NWS, heavy snow is possible with total snow accumulations up to two inches with locally higher totals possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions.
Wind chills will range from 5 degrees below zero to the lower teens above zero on Saturday and from 10 degrees below zero to to the single digits above zero Saturday night and Sunday morning.
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
“Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat.”
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
The Extreme Cold Watch is from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon. Dangerously cold wind chills ranging from 10 below zero the north Georgia mountains to the single digits above zero in the central Georgia.
“Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
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