March 14th, 2025 – 3:20 PM

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City GA –

The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued an updated briefing on the severe weather threat for Saturday through Sunday, March 15-16, 2025.

A significant severe weather outbreak is expected across much of Alabama and Northwest GA, with the potential for strong, long-track tornadoes.

“This is not your run-of-the-mill weather event,” said David Nadler of the National Weather Service. Floyd County and much of Northwest Georgia face a high tornado risk. Storms could continue into Sunday afternoon, with up to 3 inches of rain expected.”

Floyd County Emergency Management has stated that the first round is expected to arrive late Friday with heavy rain, 40-60 mph winds, and hail.

A more intense second round is expected between 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 a.m. Sunday, bringing 60-80 mph winds, long-track tornadoes, hail, and flash flooding.

Residents are urged to stay weather-aware, review their emergency plans, and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

Stay tuned to WRGA News for the latest updates.