Southeast Georgia, including Liberty and Long counties, is under a winter storm warning from the National Weather Service.
Rain in the afternoon will change to a sleet/snow mix in the late afternoon, then snow in the evening and continue overnight. Along the Georgia coast, rain in the afternoon will change to a freezing rain or sleet mix in the evening. One to two inches of snow is expected for most regions with locally higher amounts possible. As much as a quarter-inch of ice is expected along the Georgia coast.
The coldest period will occur Tuesday through Thursday night. Near record-low temperatures are possible Wednesday night. Dangerous wind chills are possible, especially Wednesday night, with values as low as 8-15°F.
● Tuesday: Highs in the upper 30s with temperatures falling into the lower 20s
● Wednesday: Highs in the mid-30s, with temperatures dropping into the teens overnight. Minimum wind chill values as cold as 8-15o F above zero
● Thursday: Highs near 40o F, with temperatures again falling into the lower 20s Thursday night.
Snow/Freezing Rain
The risk for accumulating snow and freezing rain persists
● Most likely start time: 4-7 p.m. Tuesday.
● Greatest impact: 8 p.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday.
● Precipitation ends: 6-10 a.m. Wednesday.
Refreeze/Black Ice
Melted snow and ice may refreeze Wednesday night and Thursday night, increasing the risk of black ice
● Hazards include slippery roads and surfaces
● Suspension bridge cables may accumulate ice, leading to the potential for falling ice