Here's How Tropical Storm Nicole Is Predicted To Impact Georgia

Tropical Storm Nicole struck the Bahamas on Wednesday afternoon and is now on its way to Florida. According to WSB-TV, the storm is predicted to strike "South and middle Georgia" later in the week. Southeast Georgia could see winds strong enough to produce tornados and heavy rainfall. There is a possibility of up to two inches of rain, wind speeds over 40 mph, and severe weather warnings for the region.

WSB-TV discussed the possibility of Tropical Storm Nicole turning into a hurricane as the week progresses. If it does, it will be the first hurricane to make landfall in the United States in the last 37 years. 11Alive detailed that the storm will significantly weaken by the time it enters into Georgia at the end of the week. Despite dissipation, effects from the storm could also impact Northern Georgia. This region is predicted to see an abundance of rain that will clear up as soon as Friday afternoon.

11Alive also detailed the possibility of power outages throughout the state in wake of the storm. The website mentioned that the wind could be strong enough to remove fall foliage from all of the trees. As of Wednesday afternoon, most of Georgia is under a wind advisory until Friday at 7:00 p.m.