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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Tropical Storm Arthur is moving toward the northeast off the Texas coast, and the remnants of this system will bring significant rainfall and severe weather threats to north Georgia and Atlanta beginning Thursday morning.
Heavy rain and flash flooding threat
Multiple rounds of rainfall will impact the region from Thursday morning through Friday evening. The combination of a very moist tropical environment and the remnant low-pressure system will create conditions favorable for heavy rain and flash flooding.
Widespread rainfall of 1-2 inches is expected across north Georgia, with some areas potentially receiving 2-4 inches or more. Higher rain totals are expected along and south of I-85, with slightly lower totals north. Urban areas and locations with poor drainage will be most susceptible to flash flooding, so residents should monitor conditions closely and avoid driving through flooded roadways.
Severe storms possible
Beyond heavy rain, remnant tropical lows bring increased wind shear, which could lead to brief spin-up tornadoes across parts of north and central Georgia. It will also be notably breezy Thursday into Friday, with wind gusts of 30+ mph possible.
Where is Tropical Storm Arthur now?
At 10 a.m. CDT Wednesday, Tropical Storm Arthur was located near the Texas coast with maximum sustained winds near 40 mph and higher gusts. The system is moving northeast at 9 mph, with an increase in forward speed expected. The storm is forecast to move inland over southwestern Louisiana by tonight, then continue northeast toward Georgia…