Georgia’s Ice and Sleet Totals: Comprehensive Statewide Report
A significant winter storm has recently affected numerous states across the U.S., stretching from Texas to New England. This storm brought substantial ice and sleet accumulation in Georgia, particularly impacting various cities. Here’s a detailed overview of the ice and sleet totals reported across the state.
Comprehensive Ice and Sleet Totals in Georgia
Athens
- 0.3 inches of freezing rain accumulation.
- Surrounding areas recorded similar totals, with Jefferson reporting 0.45 inches.
- Arcade saw 0.4 inches of sleet.
Atlanta
- Ice and freezing rain affected areas throughout Atlanta.
- Dunwoody and Tucker recorded 0.25 inches of freezing rain.
- Milton experienced heavier accumulation at 0.4 inches.
- Conyers had 0.3 inches of ice accumulation.
Augusta
- Less than 0.2 inches of freezing rain noted in various Augusta locations.
- The highest measurement on the South Carolina side was 0.15 inches.
- Augusta itself recorded a total of 0.19 inches of ice.
- Gloverville, Leesville, and Gilbert each saw 0.15 inches of ice.
- Additional sleet accumulation was recorded at 0.1 inches.
Other Notable Areas in North Georgia
- Blood Mountain: 0.5 inches of freezing rain.
- Clayton: 0.75 inches of freezing rain.
- Ellijay: 0.01 inches of freezing rain.
- Gainesville: 0.5 inches of sleet and 0.25 inches of ice.
- Toccoa: 0.6 inches of freezing rain.
This winter storm caused various disruptions, with residents advised to take caution due to hazardous conditions. Be sure to stay updated on weather advisories and local conditions as they develop.
