The first of three anticipated rounds of rain and thunderstorms is inching its way across North Georgia, flooding roads, parks and other properties in the region.
The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued flood warnings for most creeks and rivers from Atlanta to Suwanee to Chatsworth - basically all of the northern and central parts of the state. A flood watch remains in effect for north and central Georgia through Saturday morning. A second rounds of storms is expected to dump more rain across the region starting Saturday evening. A third round is forecast for early next week.
Road closures have been reported in several counties as water pours over creek and river banks into roadways. Please be aware that flood conditions can change quickly; law enforcement advises that you never drive across a flooded roadway, since the roadbed underneath the water might be washed away.
We're sharing some photos here from around the region. You're welcome to submit photos to [email protected], and we will include them in our photo gallery as we have time to do so.
