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Atlanta will heat up to around 90 degrees Friday before afternoon thunderstorms roll in. The unsettled, muggy pattern continues through the weekend and into next week.
Atlanta starts Thursday with sun and 72-degree temperatures, but afternoon thunderstorms could interrupt commutes and outdoor plans. Heat and daily storm chances linger through next week.
Atlanta starts Wednesday mostly sunny, but storms are likely this afternoon. Heavy rain, gusty winds and rising heat remain in the forecast through the weekend.
Atlanta starts Monday sunny and warm, but storm chances rise sharply Tuesday and linger through the weekend.
McCaysville is under a state of emergency after flooding damaged downtown, disrupted water service and closed a major road.
Atlanta starts Sunday cloudy and muggy, with an 88°F high and afternoon thunderstorms possible. A wetter pattern takes over by Tuesday.
Atlanta faces a stormy Saturday with heavy rain, lightning and possible flooding before hotter, storm-prone weather returns next week.
Overnight storms left Atlanta-area homes unsafe, vehicles crushed and yards buried in debris, though no injuries were reported.
A person was killed after a tree reportedly fell on a DeKalb County home. Police have not identified the victim or explained what caused the collapse.
A Gilmer County creek rose fast as severe storms left residents trapped inside homes Tuesday night.
Atlanta gets a sunny, mostly dry Wednesday before storms return this weekend. Highs reach the low 90s through Friday, with rain chances rising Saturday.
Heat Advisory in effect Tuesday, July 28: highs near 96°F and heat‑index values topping 105°F. Cooling centers are open across the city.
A late‑night break in a DeKalb trunk sewer released about 61,200 gallons into Shoal Creek; crews patched the line and officials are monitoring water quality.
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