School Districts Across Georgia Delayed Due to Severe Storms MERIWETHER COUNTY, Ga. — Georgia school districts have adjusted their Monday schedules in response to an approaching line of severe storms. The weather system is expected to bring damaging winds exceeding 70 mph, potential tornadoes, and isolated instances of large hail. A tornado watch remains in effect until 10 a.m. for all of metro Atlanta and much of north Georgia. The severe weather event is being monitored in real time by Severe Weather Team 2, who are providing updates on Channel 2 Action News This Morning from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. School districts have implemented delays or virtual learning options to ensure student safety. Several districts have announced changes to their schedules: Troup County Schools Putnam County Schools Meriwether County Schools Greene County Schools Atlanta Public Schools Union County Schools (delayed by two hours) Rockdale County Schools (delayed by two and a half hours) Pike County Schools (delayed by two hours) Pickens County Schools (delayed by two hours) Newton County Schools (delayed by two hours) Lumpkin County Schools (delayed by two hours) Lamar County Schools (delayed by two hours) Henry County Schools (delayed by two hours) Heard County Schools (delayed by two hours) Griffin-Spalding County Schools (delayed by two hours) Gordon County Schools (delayed by two hours) Gilmer County Schools (delayed by two hours) Forsyth County Schools (delayed by two hours) Fayette County Schools (delayed by two hours) Fannin County Schools (delayed by two hours) Dawson County Schools (delayed by two hours) City of Decatur Schools (delayed by two hours) Coweta County Schools (delayed by two hours) Clayton County Schools (delayed by two hours for staff; students have a prescheduled virtual day)...#meriwether_county #severe_weather_team_2 #channel_2_action_news #atlanta_public_schools #troup_county_schools
Atlanta Severe Storm Threat Shifts; Some Schools Delay Start Time A line of strong to severe thunderstorms is expected to move through North and Central Georgia overnight, bringing damaging wind gusts, small hail, and the potential for brief tornadoes. The system will arrive as temperatures plummet by 20 to 30 degrees Thursday afternoon following the passage of a powerful cold front. Schools in Meriwether and Troup County will delay their start time by two hours due to the weather threat. The FOX 5 Storm Team warns residents to prepare for hazardous conditions, including frequent lightning, heavy rainfall, and gusts exceeding 60 mph. While the storm system will take several hours to traverse the region, heavy rain could create challenging morning commutes. The primary threats include damaging winds, a brief spin-up tornado or two, and small hail, with the highest risk concentrated in areas from Carrollton to Thomaston. Meteorologists note that the Storm Prediction Center has slightly adjusted the severe weather outlook, maintaining a Level 2 threat for regions west of Carrollton to Thomaston and a Level 1 for the rest of the area. Chief Meteorologist David Chandley highlights the potential for "twisting with those cells" as the storm line approaches the metro area, though the metro region remains under a marginal risk. The system is expected to deliver beneficial rainfall, with totals ranging from half an inch to an inch in some areas. The storm line is projected to intensify in the northwest around 2 a.m., causing significant noise but not severe conditions in that region. By 4 a.m. to 5 a.m., the focus shifts to Carrollton, Newnan, and LaGrange, where a Level 2 threat is in place. By daybreak, the storms will move east, leaving behind spotty showers.#atlanta #fox_5 #carrollton #thomaston #meriwether_county
School closings and delays for Massachusetts on Wednesday, March 4 Several school districts in Massachusetts have delayed the start of classes for Wednesday, March 4 due to snowfall overnight and icy road conditions this morning. The decision was made to ensure student safety amid the hazardous weather. The list of affected schools includes public institutions, private schools, and colleges, organized alphabetically. Delays are currently in effect for many districts, with updates provided as of the latest available information. In addition to Massachusetts, other regions such as Pittsburgh and Georgia have also experienced severe weather-related disruptions. The Pittsburgh area is under a winter weather advisory, with snow and high winds expected to impact transportation and school operations. Similarly, schools in Atlanta, Cherokee, and Meriwether counties in Georgia have canceled classes or delayed openings due to adverse conditions. Power outages have been reported across parts of Massachusetts following strong winds that knocked down trees and utility lines. These outages have further complicated efforts to clear roads and restore normalcy. The situation highlights the widespread impact of severe weather on daily life, with educational institutions and local governments working to prioritize safety over routine schedules. Updates on school closures and delays are expected to be posted as conditions evolve.#atlanta #pittsburgh #meriwether_county #massachusetts #cherokee_county
