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2024 Hurricane season to affect even inland areas, like Athens, with flooding, power outages

Hurricane Ian
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Hurricane Ian

Dr. Marshall Shepherd discusses the 2024 hurricane season, predicting heightened activity due to warm Atlantic waters and a La Nina pattern. He highlights potential impacts on coastal communities and inland areas like Athens, GA, emphasizing the risks of wind damage, flooding, and power outages. Shepherd urges preparedness despite indirect hits, citing past storms like Hurricane Michael affecting Georgia. He advises relying on credible weather sources and local officials for updates and emergency plans.

Emma Auer is an award-winning reporter who joined WUGA as a full-time producer in 2024. She is also a graduate student in UGA's Romance Languages Department, studying French and Spanish. She covers the breadth of Northeast Georgia stories, from Athens City Hall to Winterville farmers' markets. Emma's work has also been heard on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
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