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Impact Day: Isolated severe thunderstorms possible for Coastal Georgia and Lowcountry
Savannah, Ga. (WJCL)- Impact Day…. It will be hot and humid today with most of the day dry. There will be scattered showers and thunderstorms after 4 pm. There is a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms. Possible impacts will be gusty winds, hail, and heavy rain. Highs will be in the low to mid-90s.
Diamond Shruumz recall: Up to 20 Georgians sick from microdosing candies
More Georgians have gotten sick from mushroom gummies and chocolates that are under a nationwide recall. Channel 2 Action News reported earlier this month that there were six cases connected to the Diamond Shruumz. On Tuesday, the Georgia Department of Public Health confirmed that it’s now up to 20 illnesses. Of those 20 cases, at least eight people have been hospitalized and three people have had to use ventilators. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]
National Hurricane Center increases chances of tropical cyclone. Georgia should watch closely
In a rush? Here's everything you need to know — in less than a minute — about what's happening in the tropics. The National Hurricane Center has increased the chances for a tropical wave to strengthen as it moves toward Florida and the U.S., according to the latest advisory. The system now...
Aiken Tech welcomes new nurses with pinning ceremony
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - On Monday, Aiken Technical College held its summer pinning ceremony for the School of Nursing. All of that time studying and practicing is finally coming full circle for these grads. The dean of nursing says she is happy to know this group will help fight a...
High heat with a couple rounds of storms through Wednesday
Heat Advisory for our western counties from 11 AM to 8 PM. Heat index values will range from 100-105 area wide. Expect lots of sun and hardly any rain today. By this evening, a complex of storms could bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and small hail in the strongest of storms.
Harris derides Trump on border security at Georgia rally as GOP presses the issue
ATLANTA — Vice President Kamala Harris, facing a new barrage of GOP attack ads seeking to define her early in her campaign, attacked back on immigration and border security before a fired-up crowd of thousands in an over-capacity arena Tuesday night. Through chants of “Kamala” aimed at her and...
Severe storms tear through north Georgia, downing trees and power lines
ATLANTA - A round of severe storms swept through north Georgia on Tuesday evening, downing trees and power lines. Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were posted across the northern and western metro Atlanta areas. As of 5:30 a.m., Georgia Power reported more than 10,000 customers remained without power. Georgia’s EMCs reported more...
Scattered Thunderstorms Are Moving into Georgia This Afternoon
A hazardous weather outlook has been issued for portions of North and Central Georgia, warning residents of potential severe weather conditions. Scattered thunderstorms are expected to persist this afternoon through the night, with some storms potentially becoming severe. Damaging winds, frequent lightning, and heavy rainfall are the main concerns. Localized flash flooding is particularly likely in northern parts of Georgia.
Registration Ongoing for Georgia Ag Labor Relations Forum Slated for Aug. 20-21
Registration remains open for the Georgia Ag Labor Relations Forum, slated for Aug. 20-21 at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center in Tifton, Georgia. Topics ranging from the H-2A program, labor trafficking, housing, heat policies and compliance issues are scheduled for attendees. Chris Butts, executive director of the...
Valdosta Police: 13-year-old, 14-year-old arrested after leading police on car chase in stolen vehicle
A 13 and 14-year-old are both facing charges after leading police on a car chase in a stolen vehicle over the weekend in Valdosta, according to the Valdosta Police Department.
Suwannee Riverkeeper Songwriting Contest deadline extended
HAHIRA – The Suwannee Riverkeeper Songwriting Contest has extend the entry form deadline for two more weeks. Songwriters now have two more weeks, until Wednesday, August 7, to send in your story in song about any river, creek, spring, sink, swamp, pond, aquifer, or bay in the Suwannee River Basin or Estuary, except not in the Santa Fe River Basin.
Neuroscientist, CEO who pleads guilty in Mississippi welfare scandal case has local ties
A well-known neuroscientist and CEO who recently pleaded guilty to wire fraud in a Mississippi welfare scandal case has Tallahassee connections. Jacob VanLandingham, whose work on a nasal spray to treat concussions was once touted across the nation through his drug company Prevacus, is a former assistant professor and researcher at Florida State...