Hurricane Humberto & potential Tropical Storm Imelda moving closer to GA. Latest forecast
As hurricane season continues, Georgia could soon feel the effects of two brewing Atlantic systems. The National Weather Service is tracking 94L, soon to be named Tropical Storm Imelda. and Hurricane Humberto, both expected to influence weather in the region over the coming days.
Storm status and projections for GA
Humberto currently sits several hundred miles east of the Florida coast, and is expected to strengthen over the warm Atlantic waters over the coming days, while Imelda is showing stronger circulation and organization. Both are expected to begin affecting Georgia late Friday, with weather impacts continuing through the weekend into Sunday.
Expected impacts on Georgia
Meteorologists advise Georgians to stay up to date with the official NWS forecasts and closely monitor local alerts as the storms progress.
Residents Georgia should prepare for:
- Heavy rainfall and intermittent thunderstorms
- Increasing flood risk in low-lying areas.
- Gusty winds between 25-40 mph, with stronger gusts possible in localized areas.
- Elevated tides and minor coastal flooding possible along the coast.
- Possible disruptions to outdoor events and travel delays due to weather.
Be prepared
The Georgia Emergency Management Agency encourages residents in impacted areas to take precautions
- Have an emergency supply kit ready with essentials including water, food, medications, and batteries.
- Check storm drains and clear debris to reduce flood risk.
- Charge mobile devices and plan for possible power outages.
- Follow evacuation orders promptly if issued by local officials.
Forecast models from the National Hurricane Center will be updated throughout the next few days with new satellite data and storm observations.
For now, just be prepared for volatile weather conditions and pay attention to safety advice as the weekend approaches
This story was originally published September 26, 2025 at 1:39 PM with the headline "Hurricane Humberto & potential Tropical Storm Imelda moving closer to GA. Latest forecast."