Atlanta Schools Evacuate Three Elementary Campuses
Atlanta Public Schools cleared three elementary schools on Monday after threats were received by the district.
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Atlanta Weather and Disaster News
Weather and disaster in Atlanta runs on storms, extreme temperatures, floods and emergency response, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting focuses on atmospheric events and the impact they have on the city.
Forecasts
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Storms Roll Into Atlanta, North Georgia Wednesday
A cold front brings showers and thunderstorms to metro Atlanta and North Georgia on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Current Conditions
Search Underway for Missing West Atlanta Woman
Family members are seeking the public's help to locate 47-year-old Eureka Clayton after her disappearance in West Atlanta.
Emergency Response
Atlanta Dunkin' Locations Offer Free Drinks to Responders
First responders in the Atlanta area can receive a free medium beverage at participating Dunkin' stores today.
Natural Disasters
Jamie Chung Apartment Fire Occurs in Summer 2026
The actress faced a housing emergency in Atlanta this summer after a roof fire rendered her apartment unlivable.
Severe Weather
Glenn Burns Enters Atlanta Press Club Hall of Fame
The veteran meteorologist is honored for a four-decade career of severe weather coverage in Atlanta.
More in Weather and Disaster
Regular subjects here include severe storm warnings, flash flooding risks, extreme heat advisories and the emergency management steps taken during a crisis. Coverage runs across the city and the communities around it. Urban density and drainage infrastructure play a significant role in how flooding manifests during heavy rainfall. Seasonal patterns like hurricane remnants and springtime instability dictate the cycle of reports throughout the year.