play_arrow

keyboard_arrow_right

Listeners:

Top listeners:

skip_previous skip_next
00:00 00:00
chevron_left
volume_up
Go to album
  • cover play_arrow

    Georgia NOW Live Streaming Now

  • cover play_arrow

    Trump's Bummer Summer

Weather

12 Results / Page 1 of 2

Background
The Chattahoochee River at Paces Mill Park in Atlanta Georgia.
insert_link

Environment

Thousands of fish die in Chattahoochee after Atlanta flood and sewage overflow

Thousands of fish die in Chattahoochee after Atlanta flood and sewage overflow Stormwater overflow from Atlanta’s flood on Wednesday resulted in thousands of fish in the Chattahoochee River being killed. The damage of the floodwaters spans for around 20 miles. Jason Ulseth, the executive director of the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, said he has never seen anything like it. The combination of the drought leading to near-historic lows for the river and […]

todayMay 27, 2026 14

A summary infographic showing hurricane season probability and numbers of named storms predicted from NOAA's 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook. Credit: NOAA
insert_link

Weather

NOAA forecasts below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026

NOAA forecasts below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026 Forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are predicting a below-normal hurricane season for 2026 in the Atlantic Ocean.  The hurricane season runs from June 1 until November 30, and NOAA’s outlook predicts a 55% chance of below-normal season. “With the most advanced forecast modeling and hurricane tracking technologies, NOAA and the National Weather Service are prepared to deliver real-time storm […]

todayMay 26, 2026 6

A large smoke cloud rises over pine trees as firefighters monitor the wildfires in South Georgia.
insert_link

Environment

South Georgia wildfires threaten 1,000 homes, destroy dozens

South Georgia wildfires threaten 1,000 homes, destroy dozens More than 1,000 homes are being threatened by two major wildfires raging in South Georgia.  As of Wednesday night, the Georgia Forestry Commission reported that the Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County covered nearly 30,000 acres and was only 10% contained. The commission said it responded to 34 new wildfires across the state on Wednesday. Brantley County Manager Joey Carson said at […]

todayApril 24, 2026 8

Smoke fills the air as the fire in Folkston, Georgia, burns at 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Credit: Carmen Palermo post to Facebook.
insert_link

Environment

Kemp declares emergency as South Georgia wildfires spread rapidly

Kemp declares emergency as South Georgia wildfires spread rapidly Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency Wednesday due to the wildfires in South Georgia. “With much of Georgia remaining in extreme drought conditions, wildfires have already surpassed the state's 5-year average and continue to spread,” Kemp said in a news release. “My team and I are working closely with Georgia State Forester Johnny Sabo and his team, along with […]

todayApril 23, 2026 20

Smoke fills the air as the fire in Folkston, Georgia, burns at 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Credit: Carmen Palermo post to Facebook.
insert_link

Weather

Drought, heat and wind raise fire danger across Georgia

Drought, heat and wind raise fire danger across Georgia Dry weather persists in Georgia landing most of the state in high fire danger conditions. The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning Monday morning in portions of North Georgia due to low relative humidities and gusty winds. The warning lasted until 8 p.m. Monday. The dry weather will be accompanied with persistent warm temperatures this week. The high temperature […]

todayApril 14, 2026 13

Smoke fills the air as the fire in Folkston, Georgia, burns at 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Credit: Carmen Palermo post to Facebook.
insert_link 2

Community

Evacuations lifted as Charlton County wildfire reaches 70% containment

Evacuations lifted as Charlton County wildfire reaches 70% containment Evacuation orders for some of Charlton County were lifted Sunday night as crews continued to fight wildfires across an estimated 550 acre area in Southeast Georgia. Fires were still burning Sunday night along Highway 301 near Folkston, Georgia. The Georgia Forestry Commission reported that the fires were approximately 70% contained at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Around 75 homes and 150 outbuildings were […]

todayFebruary 24, 2026 25 2

The Air Now air quality map shows unhealthy levels on Friday, Feb. 13. Credit: AirNow.gov.
insert_link

Weather

Weekend storm brings fire relief, cleaner air to South Georgia

Weekend storm brings fire relief, cleaner air to South Georgia Although a weekend storm system brought some tumultuous weather to South Georgia, it also brought some much needed relief from wildfires.  South Georgians came through the weekend with few power outages, no reported injuries and far cleaner air to breath. On Friday, Albany and the surrounding areas faced a more than 200 on the air quality scale, which means the […]

todayFebruary 16, 2026 91

Background of beautiful, rare snow showering in Georgia, USA. There are moderate snows continue through days for much of North and Central Georgia. The weather is around 29 to 33F degree.
insert_link 1

Weather

Georgia emergency officials urge residents to prepare as winter storm nears

Georgia emergency officials urge residents to prepare as winter storm nears After Gov. Brian Kemp declared a State of Emergency, Josh Lamb, the director of Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, provided tips for Georgians to prepare for the worst. “By being ready for the storm, Georgians can do their part in minimizing risk, reducing the time it takes to recover and most importantly, prevent the loss of life,” […]

todayJanuary 22, 2026 62 1

"Driving conditions on an icy road: dangerous, icy and slippery. Photo taken in Atlanta, Georgia.Related Files:"
insert_link 1

Weather

Kemp declares statewide emergency as winter storm threatens Georgia

Kemp declares statewide emergency as winter storm threatens Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared a State of Emergency Thursday morning for all Georgia counties due to the winter storm that is expected this weekend. “We think we'll experience significant snow, sleet, and or freezing rain possible in these counties throughout the weekend, and that'll start early Saturday morning,” Kemp said about North Georgia counties. The state of emergency will last for […]

todayJanuary 22, 2026 15 1