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Walker County Roads Update 1/11/25

5:00 p.m. update: After 37 hours, our Public Works team reports all roads are passable. Still, there will be slick areas, especially where there is compacted snow. This will be the case on roads atop Lookout Mountain like Yankee, Flarity and Old State, along... Read More.

Black Ice Reminder

The NWS would like to remind everyone, "Don't slip up if you are heading out early this morning! Black ice will definitely be a concern for morning drivers. We walked right out the door and found some in our parking lot!"

Motorists still urged to stay off Georgia roads 

ATLANTA, GA – As the impacts of snow, sleet and freezing rain began to grip north and central Georgia on Friday morning, the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) transitioned its operations from pre-treatment using brine to active snowplow and removal in much of the... Read More.

Power Outage in LaFayette

Power Outage in LaFayetteThe Electric Department is aware of the power outage affecting the Dove Drive and Mallard Lane area. Crews are en route and working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

Update from Governor Kemp On The Weather

"We will continue monitoring the weather conditions around the state throughout today and the weekend. As crews continue to treat roads and highways and respond to emergencies, please continue to limit travel and take necessary precautions in case you lose power." 

Walker County Road Update

9:00 a.m. update: Roads are slick and snow covered throughout the county. Motorists need to slow down and pay attention to their surroundings. We have already had two near misses for our Public Works team (drivers pulling out in front of our crews) and... Read More.

Closures for Friday, January 10, 2025

*While we try our best to create the most up to date information, this may not be a complete list of closures. If you must head somewhere, please call ahead. Your destination may be closed.Walker County SchoolsDepartment of Public HealthGNTCWalker County GovernmentAll Walker County... Read More.

Snow Photos, Videos and Updates Around Walker County

We will be sharing some photos and reports around the county on this post.This video is from the 10 o'clock hour and shows road conditions going up and down Nick-a-Jack Road from Chattanooga Valley to Lookout Mountain. There is limited audio narration.City of Chickamauga... Read More.

Understanding Freezing Rain

According to the NWS a forecast for 0.10 (one-tenth) inch to 0.25 (one-quarter) inch of freezing rain may not sound like much, but here's why a light coating of ice can be crippling. Just a glaze of ice can make travel dangerous, as vehicle... Read More.