Flash Flood Warning Issued for Metro Atlanta Counties

Heavy rain and flooding concerns continue through early Friday morning.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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A flash flood warning remains in effect for several counties in the Atlanta metro area, including Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, and Gwinnett, until 6:30 a.m. on Friday. The heavy rain that started on Thursday is expected to continue through the early morning hours, bringing the threat of flooding in the region.

Why it matters

Severe weather and flash flooding can pose a significant risk to public safety, disrupt transportation, and cause property damage in the affected areas. The flash flood warning is an important alert for residents to take necessary precautions.

The details

The flash flood warning was issued due to the heavy rain that has been falling in the metro Atlanta area since Thursday. Forecasters expect the rain to continue through 7 a.m. on Friday, with the potential for flooding in the warned counties. Residents are advised to avoid driving through flooded areas and to monitor the weather conditions closely.

  • The flash flood warning is in effect until 6:30 a.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026.
  • The heavy rain is expected to start moving out of the metro Atlanta area between 6-7 a.m. on Friday, and the entire north Georgia region by 9 a.m.

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What’s next

Dry weather is expected to return to the region on Friday afternoon and continue through the weekend, with highs in the upper 60s to 70s.

The takeaway

The flash flood warning highlights the importance of being prepared for severe weather and taking necessary precautions to ensure public safety during heavy rain and flooding events in the Atlanta metro area.