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Recovery continues in metro Atlanta, North Georgia after Friday's winter storm

By FOX 5 Atlanta Digital Team
Published  January 12, 2025 9:03am EST
Atlanta
FOX 5 Atlanta

Recovery continues after winter storm in North Georgia

Recovery continues on Sunday after a winter storm dumped several inches of snow and ice on North Georgia on Friday. Conditions are improving, but there are still some closures.

The Brief

    • GDOT Responds to Road Hazards: The Georgia Department of Transportation has deployed brine trucks, salt spreaders, and snowplows, using 420 tons of salt and 25,000 gallons of brine to address black ice and hazardous road conditions.
    • Power Restorations Progressing: Georgia Power crews have restored electricity to over 340,000 customers, with Governor Kemp thanking residents for staying off the roads to assist recovery efforts.
    • Transit and Facility Updates: MARTA is has resumed bus and train services, while Ride Gwinnett remains suspended today. The Atlanta Botanical Garden and Zoo Atlanta are closed during the day but will reopen for evening light displays.

ATLANTA - The aftermath of Friday's winter storm continues to affect metro Atlanta, with agencies working tirelessly to ensure safety and restore normalcy. Here's a summary of the current developments:

PREVIOUS STORY: Atlanta and North Georgia dealing with icy, slushy roadways from winter storm

Road Safety Measures: The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) is operating under a Level Two response to tackle concerns about black ice and hazardous road conditions. Their efforts include:

  • Deploying 26 brine trucks, 13 salt spreaders, six snowplows, and two brine stations.
  • Utilizing 420 tons of salt and 25,000 gallons of brine to treat roadways.

Rock salt, brine, snow plows: Atlanta's winter storm plan broken down

The Atlanta Department of Transportation breaks down everything they used to get the city through Friday's winter storm.

Power Restorations: Georgia Power crews have restored electricity to over 340,000 customers across the state after trees and power lines were damaged during the storm. Teams worked through the night to repair infrastructure and bring power back to thousands still affected.

CURRENT WEATHER FORECAST

Governor Brian Kemp thanked residents for staying off the roads, allowing crews to clear streets and make necessary repairs. "A big thank you to our first responders, law enforcement, DOT workers, and linemen for their hard work during this storm," Kemp said. He also urged everyone to remain vigilant as conditions could still change.

Public Transit Updates

  • MARTA has resumed regular train service, mobility service, and bus service on the following routes: 5, 6, 8, 15, 19, 39, 40, 51, 60, 73, 78, 83, 89, 94, 95, 107, 110, 111, 117, 121, 123, 153, 172, 181, 186, 191, 193, 194 and 196.
  • Streetcar service will resume as road conditions improve.
  • Ride Gwinnett has suspended all services today, including local, micro-transit, and paratransit. Services are expected to resume tomorrow.

Closures and Adjustments

  • Many churches have canceled in-person services, offering online alternatives instead.
  • The Atlanta Botanical Garden and Zoo Atlanta are closed during the day but plan to open tonight for their seasonal light displays.
  • Many schools plan to remain closed, or are switching to a digital learning day. Check our closings list for the latest updates, or your school's official website.

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Residents are encouraged to stay weather-aware, plan for delays, and follow updates as the region works to recover from the storm.

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