A strong developing system over brought moist southerly winds across the north and central Georgia, creating isolated severe thunderstorms and flash flooding on the afternoon and evening of January 3rd.  The severe weather threat continued into Wednesday, January 4th, as the storm progressed eastward and brought a cold front across the area, producing isolated damaging wind gusts.

Tornado in WASHINGTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 08:48:00 to 04-JAN-23 08:53:00 (EST-5)
Location: KAOLIN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado caused hundreds of trees to be blown down or snapped along and just north of Fall Line Fwy on the northern side of Sandersville. The tornado touched down just to the east of the Oconee Fall Line Technical College and traversed just north of the school, downing dozens of trees before crossing Deepstep Rd, just north of Fall Line Fwy, and damaging a metal warehouse building with portions of the roof being pulled back while blowing out sliding metal doors, breaking windows, and damaging cars in the parking lot. On the west side of the building a tractor-trailer was flipped with the driver sustaining minor injuries. The tornado continued NNE up the Freeway, narrowly missing the T J Elder Middle School, but snapping or blowing down nearly 80 percent of the trees. The storm then continued NNE, crossing Sparta road and moving into neighborhoods near and along Walden Rd where several dozen trees were blown in estimated 90 mph winds. Several homes received minor damage, a shed was destroyed by a downed tree, and a second story bedroom in one home was destroyed in part to a downed tree. The tornado then dissipated quickly thereafter along Ridge road.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 09:18:00 to 04-JAN-23 09:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: ZEBINA
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees and powerlines down at Hwy 296 near Jefferson County Middle School.

Tornado in COWETA, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 17:42:00 to 03-JAN-23 17:44:00 (EST-5)
Location: THOMAS XRDS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A brief tornado spun up between Newnan and Peachtree City, a couple miles
south of Hwy 34. The tornado initially touched down in the White Oak community near Nicklaus Walk and Tillinghast Trace where several smaller trees were seen snapped. As the tornado moved east-northeast, larger pines were snapped on either side of a
golf course fairway between the White Oak and Woodstream community. 20-30 large pines were snapped near the top to halfway down in this area to Fairway Court with a few houses sustained minor roof and siding damage. The tornado then crossed Sullivan
Road into the Woodstream neighborhood where additional trees were snapped or uprooted, between Pheasant Ridge and Wildflower Circle. A couple of homes in this area also sustained minor roof and/or siding damage but no significant structural damage occurred. The tornado appeared to lift just northeast of Wildflower Circle based on radar and lack of any other notable damage.

Tornado in HEARD, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 05:02:00 to 04-JAN-23 05:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROOSTERVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A tornado quickly touched down in extreme northwest Heard County
in west-central GA, near the intersection of Hendley Road and Roosterville Road.
Fairly significant damage was noted immediately as a manufactured
home was completely destroyed and pushed off its foundation.
Numerous trees around this property were twisted off or snapped,
some more than halfway to its base. The tornado was at its peak
intensity around this location.  The tornado tracked northeast snapping a
few more trees in a very narrow path along Gum Creek Airport
Road. The tornado then continued over a mainly wooded/rural area
between Gum Creek Airport Road and Dowdy Road. Looking west from
Dowdy Road, numerous large trees were seen flattened (snapped or
uprooted). The tornado then took out a 30 x 30-foot barn at a
residence along Dowdy Road. Multiple trees were snapped or
uprooted around this location. The tornado appeared to weaken as
it moved northeast from this point.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 09:12:00 to 04-JAN-23 09:18:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAGNOLIA
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado touched down in central Jefferson county and produced minor damage to a couple warehouse buildings, farm equipment, and a school while also downing over a dozen trees between Louisville and Wren. The tornado touched down near the Ostro Steel building on Clarks Mill Rd where damage was sustained to the western wall of the metal building structure as well as to the heavy metal sign out front. The tornado then moved toward the ENE roughly along Mennonite Church Rd, where scattered trees were downed with minor damage to a metal roof structure. At the intersection of GA 296 and Warrior Trail an irrigation system was flipped over towards the north, indicating swirling winds. The tornado then moved towards the Jefferson County High School where the tornado quickly occluded, forcing strong rear-flank downdraft winds across the school as the tornado wrapped up to the north along US HWY 221. The winds over the school caused moderate damage to a softball field facility, destroying a shed, several signs, scoreboards, and the fencing around the field.

Flash Flood in DOUGLAS, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 09:57:00 to 04-JAN-23 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LITHIA SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Emergency Manager reported flooding at the intersections of Union Grove Road at Creel Drive and Huey Road at Industrial Access Road. Radar estimates indicate that 2.5 to 4 inches of rain occurred over the area, causing local creeks and rivers to overflow into the surrounding areas.

Flash Flood in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 06:45:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ATLANTA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

The Broadcast Media reported Glenn Street closed due to flooding after a car stalled in the floodwaters. Radar estimates indicate that between 3 and 4 inches of rain occurred in the area, resulting in the flooding.

Flash Flood in POLK, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 06:36:00 to 04-JAN-23 10:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ESOM HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Emergency Manager reported multiple roads closed due to flooding, including Hardin Road, Shilo Road and Mountain Home Loop. Radar estimates indicate that between 3 and 5 inches of rain fell quickly over the area, resulting in flash flooding and rises in local area creeks and streams.

Flash Flood in DE KALB, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 07:02:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: DORAVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast Media reported the right lanes blocked on Interstate 285 at Peachtree Industrial Blvd due to water over the roadway. Radar estimates indicate that 3 to 4 inches of rain fell quickly over the area, resulting in the flash flooding.

Flash Flood in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 06:00:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: OCEE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast Media reported the closure of Valor Christian Academy due to flooding of the cafeteria, hallways and front entrance from the combination of heavy rainfall and backed up drains. Radar estimates indicate that between 3 and 4 inches of rain occurred in the area, resulting in the flooding.

Flash Flood in CLARKE, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 08:00:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREEN ACRES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

The Athens Banner Herald reported flooding inside their office building on S Milledge Avenue. Radar estimates indicate that 3 to 4 inches of rain occurred in the area, resulting in the flooding.

Flash Flood in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 06:20:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTH ROSWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Emergency Manager reported a water rescue near the intersection of Crossville Road and Mansell Road due to high water on Hog Wallow Creek. Radar estimates indicate that 3 to 4 inches of rain occurred quickly over the area, resulting in the rises of local creeks and streams.

Flash Flood in WALTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 09:30:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: NICHOLASVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Emergency Manager reported a portion of Fannie Thompson Road was flooded by high water from Wildcat Creek. Radar estimates indicate that 3 to 4 inches of rain fell over the area, resulting in increased runoff into the creek and causing flash flooding.

Flash Flood in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 07:31:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALPHARETTA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Public reported Mansell Road and Highway 92 closed due to flooding. Radar estimates indicate that between 3 and 4 inches of rain occurred in the area, producing rises on local creeks and streams and resulting in the flash flooding.

Flash Flood in WALTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 09:30:00 to 04-JAN-23 11:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLEATON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Emergency Manager relayed reports of flooding along Dean Hill Road, cutting off residential driveways. Radar estimates indicate that between 3 and 4 inches of rain occurred over the area, resulting in the flash flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 17:05:00 to 03-JAN-23 17:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROCKMART
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Report of tree down on Wilson Rd between Sewell Creed Rd and Fields Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 17:00:00 to 03-JAN-23 17:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: HAMLET
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree down on Yarbrough Rd near intersection of Bon Loop Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in CARROLL, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 17:12:00 to 03-JAN-23 17:14:00 (EST-5)
Location: CARROLLTON
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several trees down along North and South Five Notch Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in CHEROKEE, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 03:44:00 to 04-JAN-23 03:46:00 (EST-5)
Location: WALESKA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Multiple trees down, including a tree down on a structure near intersection of Reinhardt College Pkwy and Salacoa Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 05:17:00 to 04-JAN-23 05:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: WINSTON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Tree down near the intersection of Liberty Rd and E Liberty Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 05:31:00 to 04-JAN-23 05:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: DOUGLASVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree down near the cul-de-sac on Professional Pkwy.

Thunderstorm Wind in PIKE, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 05:55:00 to 04-JAN-23 05:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEEKS
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Multiple trees down and a parked semi-truck overturned near the intersection of Turner  Rd and Hwy 362.

Thunderstorm Wind in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 05:45:00 to 04-JAN-23 05:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: STONE WALL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Reports of a couple trees down on Koweta Rd and Enon Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in CRAWFORD, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 07:15:00 to 04-JAN-23 07:17:00 (EST-5)
Location: FRANCISVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Report of trees down near intersection of US 80 and Pleasant Hill Church Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in DE KALB, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 05:17:00 to 04-JAN-23 05:19:00 (EST-5)
Location: (PDK)DEKALB PEACHTRE
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

ASOS station at KPDK reported wind gust of 65mph, planes pushed sideways at hangar.

Thunderstorm Wind in DOUGLAS, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 05:37:00 to 04-JAN-23 05:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: LITHIA SPGS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree down at intersection of Aspen Dr and Skyview Dr.

Thunderstorm Wind in CARROLL, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 17:14:00 to 03-JAN-23 17:16:00 (EST-5)
Location: PLOWSHARE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree down on home near intersection of Brock St. and US Hwy-27.

Thunderstorm Wind in FULTON, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 17:35:00 to 03-JAN-23 17:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEN HILL
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several reports of trees and/or powerlines in the area around Fairburn and Union City,  west of the I-85/i-285 interchange. Most significant damage was tree down through a home on Thaxton Rd SW near intersection of Wolf Creek Cir SW.

Thunderstorm Wind in DADE, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 14:28:00 to 03-JAN-23 14:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: AVANS
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree down on White Oak Gap Rd and Back Valley Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 16:45:00 to 03-JAN-23 16:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREENWAY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree down near intersection of Akes Station Rd and Gilley Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in BIBB, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 19:00:00 to 03-JAN-23 19:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: MACON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Report of a tree down at Beaumont Heights and Williamson Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in BALDWIN, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 08:26:00 to 04-JAN-23 08:28:00 (EST-5)
Location: MILLEDGEVILLE ARPT
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Multiple trees down on and near Greystone Dr, Long Acre Rd, and Watson Reynolds Rd.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 09:16:00 to 04-JAN-23 09:18:00 (EST-5)
Location: AVERA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Multiple trees down along and near intersection of GA-296 and GA-88.

Tornado in DE KALB, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 18:25:00 to 03-JAN-23 18:26:00 (EST-5)
Location: KLONDIKE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A brief tornado touched down and dissipated quickly in the Spring Lake neighborhood off Evans Mill Rd. The tornado only traveled 100 yards within a minute, but downed
dozens of trees which fell on and damaged several homes.

Flash Flood in POLK, GEORGIA
From 04-JAN-23 06:36:00 to 04-JAN-23 10:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: RED ORE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Emergency manager reported Horseshow Circle was washed out in Rockmart, and several other roads closed, including Brock Road, Stringer Road, Grady Road, and White River Road. Radar estimates indicate that between 3 to 5 inches fell quickly over the area, causing rises on local creeks and streams and flash flooding of flood-prone areas.

Thunderstorm Wind in DADE, GEORGIA
From 03-JAN-23 14:41:00 to 03-JAN-23 14:43:00 (EST-5)
Location: AMOS MILL
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree down near intersection of Cloverdale Rd and Morgan Rd.