Ice Storm Prep for Homeowners

Winter weather in Georgia is always an event, but if the forecasting is correct for what’s heading our way this weekend, everyone in Metro Atlanta needs to spend some time in preparation. The latest models predict nearly three inches of ice in the area, with several inches of snow farther north into Tennessee and Kentucky. This storm may be one we all remember for years to come. The good news is that we have time to get ready.

Check The Weather Channel and your local news affiliate for all the latest updates on this emerging storm.

Homeowners, when severe winter weather strikes, there are a few things you can do ahead of time to prepare. Imagine temperatures far below freezing for extended periods, ice accumulation that brings down power lines, and impassable roads that keep you at home for days on end. Are you ready?

Avoid Frozen Pipes

When the temperatures plummet, protect your pipes from freezing:

1.        Set faucets to a steady trickle.
2.        Open cabinet doors under sinks (especially sinks on outer walls) to allow warm air to circulate.
3.        Turn off the water to outdoor spigots.
4.        Fully drain outdoor spigots, then wrap or cover to insulate them.

Be Ready for a Power Outage

1.        Locate and charge your weather radio.
2.        Charge phones, laptops, iPads, and extra battery packs.
3.        Stock up on flashlights and batteries.
4.        If you have a generator, test it before the storm and have extra fuel on hand.
5.        If you are on well water, fill bathtubs and other containers with water.
6.        Buy drinking water, no-cook food items and pet supplies.
7.        Stock up on baby wipes, paper goods, and needed medications.

If the storm does hit, be careful out there! Stay off the roads, listen to local authorities, and check on your neighbors. Enjoy the winter wonderland outside your window, because if we know anything about winter weather in Metro Atlanta, it hits hard but it never lasts too long!

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January 21, 2026