The Thanksgiving travel rush is in full swing, with many people either hitting the roads or passing through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport this week. However, travelers in North Georgia should brace for a wet Thanksgiving holiday followed by a sharp drop in temperatures as November comes to a close.
The FOX 5 Storm Team is keeping a close watch on potential travel disruptions as a storm system moves through the Southeast. This weather event is expected to create last-minute hurdles for travelers through Black Friday and into the weekend.
The first storm system is forecasted to bring widespread rain across the Southeast early in the week, potentially intensifying by Thanksgiving Day. According to the FOX Forecast Center, this could lead to heavy rainfall and even severe weather conditions, particularly in the southern portions of the region.
To the south of the Thanksgiving winter storm, a line of severe storms could strike areas like the Tennessee Valley and the broader Southeast. These storms may bring damaging winds, heavy rainfall, and localized disruptions, creating hazardous conditions for travelers both on the roads and in the skies.
For those traveling by air, airports like Hartsfield-Jackson are likely to experience delays and cancelations during the early morning hours of Thanksgiving as storms sweep through. The FOX Weather Forecast Center warns that those planning to head back home after the holiday could encounter significant delays in areas hit hardest by the storm.
As the storm clears, a blast of arctic air is expected to move into North Georgia, causing temperatures to plummet. The FOX 5 Storm Team predicts that metro Atlanta could see its coldest temperatures since last January. By Monday, Dec. 2, overnight lows in the region are projected to dip into the 20s, bringing a chilly end to the holiday weekend.
Travelers are encouraged to monitor weather updates closely, stay flexible with their plans, and prepare for the possibility of severe weather as Thanksgiving approaches.
