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A heat advisory is in effect for most of Georgia, excluding the northeast mountain counties. The advisory will be in place from noon to 8 p.m. due to a heat index of up to 109 degrees. Residents are…

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Georgia faces extreme heat with indices reaching 109 degrees

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · As published by Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) · August 14, 2026 · 1 min read

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A heat advisory is in effect for most of Georgia, excluding the northeast mountain counties. m. due to a heat index of up to 109 degrees.

Residents are advised to take precautions to stay safe in the heat. This includes drinking plenty of fluids and limiting outdoor activities. Wearing lightweight and loose-fitting clothes is also recommended.

com, where the Severe Weather Team 2 is providing further details and guidelines on how to stay safe during the extreme heat.

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Category: local · Published: August 14, 2026 · Source: Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods) · Reading time: 1 min

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Georgia faces extreme heat with indices reaching 109 degrees

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