The Georgia Department of Transportation has its eyes on weather conditions and on the roads.
The state agency says it has over 50,000 tons of salt on hand, and more than 46,000 tons of gravel, ready for any icy roads across the peach state.
Over 400 snow removal dump trucks are also on standby to help clear roads.
GDOT says brine treatments will begin in affected areas this morning and will continue through Saturday and into Sunday in preparation of possible freezing rain, ice, sleet and snow.
Crews will focus on treating interstates, state routes, bridges and overpasses.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens announced his plans for potential severe weather.
"We have lots of snow equipment, about 40 pieces of snow equipment, 300 employees who are going to be working in two shifts. We're getting ready today, on Friday, to start looking at the conditions on the ground and particularly being ready, watching the forecast. Because if it snows, that's one thing, but if there's ice, that's another thing," he said.
If you're headed to Athens to celebrate the dawgs Saturday, be especially careful if you spend the night and head home on Sunday.
In addition, EMCs are encouraging customers to make the following preparations as well:
- Have non-perishable foods on hand such as canned fruit, powdered milk, peanut butter, bread and crackers
- Have a manual can opener
- Have blankets, sleeping bags and extra clothes, including hats
- Have flashlights, battery-powered lanterns and extra batteries
- For those with fireplaces, be sure to have kindling and a good supply of wood
- For those who will be using a generator, follow manufacturer’s operating instructions and follow all safety guidelines to protect utility employees from serious or fatal injuries