Laurens Moore Center Hollis, 93, of Peachtree City

Laurens Hollis

Laurens Moore Center Hollis, 93, of Peachtree City, Ga., passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at home under the care of hospice.

She was born December 4, 1923 in College Park, Ga. to Edgar Sumter Center, Jr. and Alpha Moore Center. She married Col. Jeff F. Hollis on March 7, 1952.

Laurens’ husband, Jeff Hollis; son, Howell Hollis; and sister, Pat preceded her in death.

She is survived by her daughter, Cleary Hollis Tanner (John) of Douglas, Ga.; her son, Jeff Free Hollis of Fayetteville, Ga.; her grandchildren, Drew Tanner of Douglas, Ga., Hamp Tanner of Fernandina Beach, Fla., Tiffany Tanner Walton of Atlanta, Ga., Christi Hollis of Los Angeles, Calif., Cleary Hollis Ramirez of Jacksonville, Fla., and Beau Hollis of Orlando, Fla.; and 14 great-grandchildren. The family extends special love and thanks to Carol Rose, who cared for Laurens devotedly for the final months.

During her career in civil service Laurens achieved the GS 13 rank, equivalent to a Colonel in the Army. She was director of Domestic Intelligence with the 4th Service Command (later 3rd Army), and was awarded the Meritorius Award and pin for her service- she was one of only two non-military persons to receive this award.

After her marriage, Laurens cared for her home and family, while living on Army posts around the world. During their time in the Army, she enjoyed playing Mah Jong and bridge with the other army wives, and entertaining. Beginning at Fort MacPherson in East Point, the family traveled to JUSMAG in the Philippines. This trip was made by car from Atlanta to San Francisco, where the family embarked by ship to Hawaii, Guam and the Phillipines. After the two year duty there, the family embarked west by the cargo passenger ship, Hamburg, and made stops in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, Ceylon, Djibuti, Aden, Cairo, and finally disembarking in Genoa, Italy. From there by train they traveled to Rome, where Laurens visited The Vatican, with the Sistine Chapel, then Bern, Switzerland, Germany, Paris and finally England, where they embarked on the Liberte (at the time the third largest ship in the world) to New York and back to Atlanta, circumnavigating the world. Next the family was stationed at Ft. Knox, Ky., then Fort Wayne, Mich., where Col. Hollis was Post Commander. After the next assignment to Camp Zama, Japan, they took the last assignment before retirement, back to Fort MacPherson, where it all began. In East Point, Laurens made memorable presentations about her family’s travels to her sons’ classrooms.

After her husband retired in Atlanta, Laurens was very active in her church work, first at the chapel at Fort MacPherson, where she was a member of the Officer Wives Club, and then at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Hapeville. After she moved to Peachtree City she became a very active member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. She was a Eucharistic minister and lector and attended mass each morning. She was also a member of the Legion of Mary.

Visitation was from 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday, October 15, 2017, with the Rosary at 4 p.m., at Carmichael-Hemperley Funeral Home in Peachtree City, Ga. Funeral Mass for Laurens was held at 11 a.m., Monday, October 16, 2017 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Peachtree City, Ga. A reception followed the service at the church. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. at a later date.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Shepherds of the Meek, a 501(c)(3) non-profit mission which supports several orphanages in Colombia, South America. Shepherds of the Meek Mission, 156 Peachtree East Shopping Center, #166, Peachtree City, Ga 30269 or www.shepherdsofthemeek.org.

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2017 Voter Guide: Fayette County

Eligible students in Fayette County can register to vote at their high schools in April. AJC file photo
Fayetteville

City Council Post 3

Name: Scott Stacy (i)

City Council Post 4

Name: Rich Hoffman

Age: 73

Residence: Downtown Fayetteville

Profession: Self Employed Owner Hoffman Tire Pros

What experience will help you in office? If elected I will bring to bear experience and relationships gained over 40 years as a successful businessman living and working in the heart of our city. As a resident you can count on me to uphold and defend the zoning ordinances and city services that preserve the essence of what makes Fayetteville home to all.

What issue got you into this race? The need for smart growth with the addition of Pinewood Studios Fayetteville and Fayette county is experiencing growth like the 80’s and 90’s.

Which current television character do you identify most with? Leroy Jethro Gibbs because he always gets it right.

Email: hoffmantire@mindspring.com

Name: Brett Nolan

Age: 34

Residence: Weatherly

Profession: Chief Operating Officer

What experience will help you in office? I’m the COO of a successful Fayetteville business, a Woodward Academy Alumnus, and an Eagle Scout. My business experience demonstrates that I can manage a staff of 20+, navigate budgets in the millions of dollars, and successfully negotiate with the multi-national corporations whose products I sell. My status as an Eagle Scout further highlights that I value leadership & integrity and seek to constantly improve and challenge myself to be the best leader I can be.

What issue got you into this race? The Comprehensive Plan. Fayetteville’s citizens have valid concerns about growth, and we need another voice on the Council that isn’t going to rubber stamp every development that finds it way onto the agenda. I have a lot of respect for our current Council, but with Councilman Williams not seeking reelection it’s time for a younger voice to be added to the mix. It’s time for a New Generation of Leadership for Fayetteville.

Which current television character do you identify most with? I don’t watch a lot of television. I try to catch the news at least once a day, and if I’m lucky I’ll get to watch Wheel of Fortune and/or Jeopardy. I’m also a huge SEC football fan – I don’t care who’s playing who, if it’s SEC football I’m in!

Name: Gha-is Bashir Paige

Age: 57

Residence: Oakview Trance

Profession: Transportation Security Administration Officer

What experience will help you in office? I have a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Organizational Studies from Temple University. I was enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard for 7 years. I was a supervisor and manager in the public transit industry. My duties were knowing about Federal and State grant funding requirements, interacting with local government officials, presenting information to City Council, reviewing/approving expenses, fiscal managing, submitting monthly reports and planning/overseeing the completion of local government capital projects.

What issue got you into this race? I want Fayetteville to continue its path of being a great place to live by helping govern the City with excellence, and respond to the needs of its Citizens with emphasis on innovation, collaboration and community development. It is my firm belief that attention to the needs of a community must be addressed; and to also be aware of emerging developments in technology, demographics, economics, politics, arts, and other aspects of life.

Which current television character do you identify most with? There is not a current TV character I identify with. However, there is a Star Trek TV character that is currently aired as reruns; Jean-Luc Pichard played by Patrick Stewart. He has great command presence, respects diversity, supports different points-of-views, ask his staff for their input and values shared visions.

City Council Post 5

Name: Paul Oddo (i)

Age: 66

Residence: Beauregard Blvd.

Profession: Certified Public Accountant

What experience will help you in office? I have been in business as a CPA for over 40 years. This experience enables me to analyze problems and recommend solutions in a business like manner. In this connection, I am active in the Chamber of Commerce and professional organizations, like the Georgia Society of CPAs. Further, as a Councilman, I have a good working relationship with City staff and have worked with them for many years, some as many as 12 years. This experience helps me negotiate the peculiarities of city rules and regulations.

What issue got you into this race? The original reason was over 18 years ago when, at that time, I ran for Mayor. I ran to ensure that the City developed an open mind and to create an atmosphere conducive to retaining and attracting new business. That is still my focus, but to it I have added the necessity of attracting young families to our community. This as well as continuing to provide superior public safety and overall quality of life, both economic and social, for the citizens of Fayetteville, is why I am seeking re-election.

Which current television character do you identify most with? But for news, I do not watch much current TV so I cannot answer this question.

Website: only my company website is open at this time: www.oddocpas.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.oddo.3

Peachtree City

Mayor

Name: Vanessa Fleisch (i)

Age: 56

Residence: Kedron

Profession: Realtor

What experience will help you in office? My experience as mayor for the past four years has been invaluable. Being able to serve the citizens of Peachtree City over the past eight years is the basis for my running again. We have too many projects left to do that will help the city in the future. The SPLOST projects are just getting started and it is important that we carry them out per the wishes of our citizens.

What issue got you into this race? When I first ran for Council, my concern was for the declining infrastructure and its effect on home values.

Which current television character do you identify most with? Due to going to many meetings both during the day and in the evening I have not had time to identify with any current television character.

Name: Eric Imker

Age: 62

Residence: Ashford Park

Profession: Retired

What experience will help you in office? I am a former city council member who choose not to run a few years ago but now see issues that need a different approach. Millions upon millions of dollars has been wasted or irrationally spent. I was known for being the pragmatic budget person on council. Traffic issues have gotten worse and we’ve been irresponsibly changing our last best industrial zoned areas into residential. This poor decision making needs to be reigned in.

What issue got you into this race? The budget, the budget, the budget. Also, the horrible traffic problems that current council has made worse. Also, our current city council was unable to lower our taxes after obtaining the largest tax revenue initiative in the history of the city – SPLOST, earlier this year. We can lower our stormwater bills, our sewer bills but our council doesn’t seem to know how. They talk like politicians and we pay the price.

Which current television character do you identify most with? Sorry, I will not play games with the important role of being mayor.

Name: Dar Thompson

Age: 55

Residence: The Peninsula

Profession: CEO- Managing Member – Fitness Centers, Real Estate Investments, and Oil & Energy

What experience will help you in office? I am a man of thoughtful action. When I opened my first gym in Peachtree City it was in rented space. Now more than a decade later, I have two multi-million dollar facilities with 12,000 members. I believe in planning and finding the right people to give advice, contribute ideas, and then execute our strategy. I pride myself on knowing what I don’t know but finding really smart people who know.

If you look at my clubs you will find long term employees who have a vested interested in our success because it is one team. I may own the building,…[edited for length]

What issue got you into this race? Peachtree City is a planned community that no longer has a plan. My family and I are highly invested in Peachtree City. My wife is a 3rd grade teacher at Peachtree Elementary and I have two daughters, a 6 year old and 10 year old, that are involved in our school system and recreation. As the schools go, the city goes, as the city goes, the schools go. My family is here and my businesses are here. We have become re-active to everything that happens around us instead of being pro-active. We have to address traffic (which is not being done)…[edited for length]

Which current television character do you identify most with? No one on TV

Website: www.Dar4ptc.info

Facebook: Dar4ptc

City Council Post 3

Name: Harold Logsdon

Age: 72

Residence: Morallion Hills

Profession: Retired from BellSouth

What experience will help you in office? Served one term as Mayor of Peachtree City and 30 years of management experience in the public and private sector

What issue got you into this race? Sustaining the quality of life for our city with a focus on re-development

Which current television character do you identify most with? None

Name: Kevin Madden

Age: 67

Residence: Mcintosh Corner

Profession: Air cargo sales-General Sales Agency

What experience will help you in office? My experience as a husband, father of three, Peachtree City coach, Kiwanis president and active member in my Holy Trinity Church community. Further, as a businessman with over forty years managing multimillion dollar budgets, facilities and staff, I will bring my experience, knowledge and skills to work with our mayor and council to continue to improve our quality of life and keep Peachtree City the vibrant place we love to call home.

What issue got you into this race? I’ve been an active member of our community for over twenty years and too often in the past I have seen our local government crippled by animosity and rancor. We finally have a council that respects each others opinions and knows how to compromise. Good government is not an accident. The important issues facing us require a sober, compassionate council and I know I can be a positive addition to our beloved city’s government.

Which current television character do you identify most with? There have been times in my life where I could identify with Tom Kirkman ("Designated Survivor"). My dad died when I was thirteen and my single mom taught her five sons to be self-sufficient, independent thinkers and this has helped me make important decisions in the worst of circumstances.

Website: Madden4PTC.com

Name: Sarah Toussaint

Age: 22

Residence: The Marks

Profession: Student

What experience will help you in office? Working in the quick service restaurant industry, I learned how to work well with others and the value of listening. Volunteering at Georgia Aquarium has improved my problem solving skills. Being a math major has shown me the importance of watching numbers carefully. Being the youngest child gave me lots of experience holding my own.

What issue got you into this race? The need for diversity on our council. While the experience of our current council members is beneficial to our city, I have learned that combining different experiences and viewpoints often lead to better solutions and growth.

Which current television character do you identify most with? Jamie Reagan from Blue Bloods. He chose his job because of the need in his community. He is hard-working and realizes the importance of family. He follows the rules, but finds innovative ways to accomplish what is needed.

City Council Post 4

Name: Terry L. Ernst (i)

Age: 66

Residence: Pinegate subdivision

Profession: Retired Army First Sergeant and retired Police Commander

What experience will help you in office? My experience as a City Council member for the past four years as well as the experience and expertise of the city staff, my fellow Council members and ideas from citizens in the community.

What issue got you into this race? This will be my second term. I originally ran because I felt we had a City Council that was quite disfunctional as a team.

Which current television character do you identify most with? Jethro Gibbs of NCIS

Tyrone

Town Council Post 3

Name: Ken Matthews (i)

Age: 53

Residence: Dublin Downs

Profession: Disabled Veteran/Retired

What experience will help you in office? Knowledge of current and past experiences with over s decade serving the community.

What issue got you into this race? Citizens desire for me to be re-elected as well as my desire to continue serving as Councilman and community volunteer. Would like to see Tyrone Progress into the Future while keeping characteristics of a smaller Town.

Which current television character do you identify most with? No particular character as I don’t watch much Television.

Name: Eric T. Woods, Sr.

Age: 51

Residence: Rivercrest

Profession: Retired Army Intelligence Officer

What experience will help you in office? My experience preparing me for this office includes 26 years serving my country in a variety of positions including Battalion Command, Chief of Staff, and Senior Planner for numerous humanitarian and military operations. I also possess a Masters Degree in Human Resources. Becoming a Doctoral Candidate in the same field is also in progress.

What issue got you into this race? The issues include non people oriented governance, lackadaisical procedures, and deficient economic and social progress. Examples include a lack of transparency, the inability of the local government to allow its citizens to make on-line utility payments, and their desire to continue to fight the civil was!

Which current television character do you identify most with? I identify with members of the Justice League because I am always willing to fight for the rights of others.

Email: Omega3186@aol.com

Town Council Post 4

Name: Gloria Furr (i)

Special Election

Reimposition of a One Percent Educational Sales and Use Tax

“Shall a special one percent sales and use tax for educational purposes continue to be imposed, levied and collected in Fayette County for educational purposes for a period not to exceed twenty (20) calendar quarters and for the purpose of raising not more than $145,000,000 of net proceeds by said tax, which shall go to the Fayette County School District (the “School District”) for the purpose of (i) adding to, renovating, repairing, improving, and equipping existing school buildings and School District facilities, including but not limited to, paving, drainage systems, fencing, playground equipment, flooring, painting, HVAC, electrical wiring, lighting, plumbing, suspended ceiling systems, roofing, and physical education/athletic facilities; (ii) acquiring miscellaneous new equipment, fixtures and furnishings for the School District, including technology equipment and software, safety and security equipment; and (iii) acquiring textbooks and instructional materials, including digital content and curriculum software, and instructional equipment, including but not limited to computing devices, audio/visual equipment, interactive classroom equipment; (iv) acquiring, constructing and equipping new school buildings and School District facilities; (v) paying a portion of the principal and interest due on the Fayette County School District General Obligation Refunding Bond, Series 2013, the maximum of amount of total debt service to be paid shall not exceed $10,000,000; (vi) acquiring school buses and transportation and maintenance equipment; (vii) paying expenses incident thereto; and if continuation of the tax is approved by the voters, such vote shall also constitute approval of the issuance of general obligation debt of the School District in the principal amount of $25,000,000 for the purposes described in items (i) through (iv) and (vi) through (vii) and for the purpose of payment of a portion of the interest on such debt, the maximum amount of sales and use tax proceeds to be spent on projects (i) through (vii) shall not exceed $145,000,000?”

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Family calls Harry after contractor allegedly rips them off

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PEACHTREE CITY, GA (CBS46) –

Better Call Harry has the story of a Peachtree City family who lost tens of thousands of dollars after they paid their contractor cash for a renovation and he allegedly walked off the job.

The family took their case to court but they’re still fighting for justice

Chris King is an unlicensed contractor. He was a no show in Fayette County court. It’s no a surprise to Mary Beth and Michael Byrnes. The Byrnes are suing King after he was a no show for their basement renovation.

The judge ruled in their favor.

"I’m going to go ahead and sign a default judgment in favor of the plaintiffs in the amount of $15,000," said the judge.

$15,000 is the maximum allowed in small claims. It’s a lot money, but not enough to finish their unfinished basement.

It was supposed to be an in-law suite for Mary Beth’s mom. Her mom sold her house and moved in, and for the past year, she’s been living in the upstairs bedroom. The Byrnes found King on a neighborhood Facebook page. He completed some of the work, but eventually walked off the job. The Byrnes say they gave him $32,000 in cash.

CBS46 tried to work out a resolution with King back in March, but he claimed the Byrnes owed him money, A demand from a contractor not even licensed in Georgia.

The Byrnes admit they didn’t do their homework, but they were optimistic after their court victory.

Even after the judgment, King did not pay. So the Byrnes went back to court where a judge issued a warrant for King’s arrest. King was caught and jailed in Fayette County.

He bonded out and still hasn’t paid.

None of this helps Mary Beth’s mom unless the family can find another $25,000 to finish the job. This retiree’s dreams are gone. This story is the perfect example of why you never pay a contractor up front.

Because the Byrnes have been through so much we want to help. They’ve started a YouCaring page called ‘Please Help Grandma Ann.’

If you’re having an issue with someone, give us a call at 404-327-3030 or email us at bettercallharry@cbs46.com.

If you would like to help the Byrne family, you can donate here.

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Tropical storm watch in effect for Birmingham, Atlanta in anticipation of Nate

The National Weather Service in Birmingham as well as Atlanta-Peachtree City in tandem with the National Hurricane Center have issued a tropical storm watch in anticipation of Tropical Storm Nate.

The tropical storm watch is in effect for Blount, Etowah and Cherokee counties, but the rest of the Tennessee Valley are not included in the watch.

A tropical storm watch means tropical storm wind conditions are possible somewhere within the area in the next 48 hours.

Below is additional information from the NWS in Birmingham and Atlanta-Peachtree City.

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Tropical Storm Nate Local Statement Advisory Number 10 National Weather Service Birmingham AL AL162017 434 PM CDT Fri Oct 6 2017

This product covers CENTRAL ALABAMA

**Tropical Storm Watch now in effect for areas generally along and east of Interstate 59 which includes most of Central Alabama**

NEW INFORMATION —————

* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: – A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Autauga, Barbour, Bibb, Blount, Bullock, Calhoun, Chambers, Cherokee, Chilton, Clay, Cleburne, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Etowah, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Montgomery, Perry, Pike, Randolph, Russell, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter, Talladega, Tallapoosa, and Tuscaloosa

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: – A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for Autauga, Barbour, Bibb, Blount, Bullock, Calhoun, Chambers, Cherokee, Chilton, Clay, Cleburne, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Etowah, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Montgomery, Perry, Pike, Randolph, Russell, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter, Talladega, Tallapoosa, and Tuscaloosa

* STORM INFORMATION: – About 910 miles south of Birmingham AL or about 830 miles south of Montgomery AL – 20.3N 85.7W – Storm Intensity 60 mph – Movement North-northwest or 340 degrees at 21 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW ——————

Nate is expected to have possible significant impacts across much of Central Alabama on Sunday. Sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph may begin as early as 6 AM Sunday in the southwest counties. Conditions will worsen through Sunday morning into the afternoon as strong winds and heavy rain spread northward. Wind gusts could reach reach 45 to 60 mph in a swath encompassing much of Central Alabama. Scattered to numerous downed trees may cause damage along with a signficant number of power outages. The greatest wind gusts and impacts are expected to be generally along and east of a line from Livingston to Tuscaloosa to Oneonta. Isolated tornadoes are also possible Sunday afternoon generally along and south of Interstate 85. Conditions will improve Sunday night into Monday morning as Nate continues to weaken and move to the northeast.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS —————–

* WIND: Prepare for dangerous wind having possible significant impacts generally along and east of a line from Livingston to Tuscaloosa to Oneonta. Potential impacts in this area include: – Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. Mobile homes damaged, especially if unanchored. Unsecured lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles. – Several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Several fences and roadway signs blown over. – Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. A few bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. – Scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent in areas with above ground lines.

* TORNADOES: Prepare for a tornado event having possible limited impacts generally along and south of Interstate 85. Potential impacts include: – The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the execution of emergency plans during tropical events. – A few places may experience tornado damage, along with power and communications disruptions. – Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings, chimneys toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned, large tree tops and branches snapped off, shallow-rooted trees knocked over, moving vehicles blown off roads, and small boats pulled from moorings.

Elsewhere across CENTRAL ALABAMA, little to no impact is anticipated.

* FLOODING RAIN: Prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across CENTRAL ALABAMA. Potential impacts include: – Localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. – Rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. – Flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. A few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. Several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. Some brief road and bridge closures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ———————————-

* EVACUATIONS:

WATCH/WARNING PHASE – For those not under evacuation orders, understand that there are inherent risks to evacuation (such as traffic congestion, accidents, and driving in bad weather), so evacuate only if necessary. Help keep roadways open for those that are under evacuation orders.

WATCH/WARNING PHASE – If you are exceptionally vulnerable to wind or water hazards from tropical systems, consider voluntary evacuation, especially if being officially recommended. Relocate to a predetermined shelter or safe destination.

WATCH/WARNING PHASE – If evacuating away from the area or relocating to a nearby shelter, leave early before weather conditions become hazardous.

* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:

Now is the time to check your emergency plan and take necessary actions to secure your home or business. Deliberate efforts should be underway to protect life and property. Ensure that your Emergency Supplies Kit is stocked and ready.

When making safety and preparedness decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track as there are inherent forecast uncertainties which must be taken into account.

If you live in a place that is particularly vulnerable to high wind, such as a mobile home, an upper floor of a high rise building, or on a boat, plan to move to safe shelter. Take enough supplies for you and your family for several days.

If you live in a place particularly vulnerable to flooding, such as near the ocean or a large inland lake, in a low lying or poor drainage area, in a valley or canyon, or near an already swollen river, plan to move to safe shelter on higher ground.

Always heed the advice of local officials and comply with any orders that are issued. Do not needlessly jeopardize your life or the lives of others.

When securing your property, outside preparations should be conducted as soon as possible before conditions deteriorate. The onset of strong gusty winds and heavy rain can cause certain preparedness activities to become unsafe.

Be sure to let friends and other family members know of your intentions and whereabouts for surviving the storm. For emergency purposes, have someone located away from the threatened area serve as your point of contact. Share vital contact information with others. Keep cell phones handy and well charged.

Be a Good Samaritan and check on those who may not be fully aware of the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations.

Visitors to the area should become familiar with nearby surroundings. If you are a visitor, know the name of the county or parish in which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. If staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. Listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors.

Closely monitor NOAA Weather Radio or other local news outlets for official storm information. Listen for possible changes to the forecast.

* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: – For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov – For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org – For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE ———–

The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather Service in Birmingham AL around 11 PM CDT, or sooner if conditions warrant.

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Tropical Storm Nate Local Statement Advisory Number 10 National Weather Service Peachtree City GA AL162017 716 PM EDT Fri Oct 6 2017

This product covers NORTH AND CENTRAL GEORGIA

**Tropical Storm Watch Now In Effect For Portions of North Georgia**

NEW INFORMATION —————

* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: – A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Bartow, Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, Dade, Dawson, DeKalb, Douglas, Fannin, Fayette, Floyd, Forsyth, Gilmer, Gordon, Gwinnett, Hall, Haralson, Heard, Lumpkin, Murray, North Fulton, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, South Fulton, Towns, Troup, Union, Walker, White, and Whitfield

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS: – A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for Bartow, Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, Dade, Dawson, DeKalb, Douglas, Fannin, Fayette, Floyd, Forsyth, Gilmer, Gordon, Gwinnett, Hall, Haralson, Heard, Lumpkin, Murray, North Fulton, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, South Fulton, Towns, Troup, Union, Walker, White, and Whitfield

* STORM INFORMATION: – About 930 miles south of Atlanta GA or about 960 miles south of Rome GA – 20.3N 85.7W – Storm Intensity 60 mph – Movement North-northwest or 340 degrees at 21 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW ——————

Tropical Storm Nate continues to progress north northwest near Cancun Mexico and expected to make landfall along the gulf coast late Saturday night. The storm will then weaken to a tropical storm and lift northeast across portions of North Georgia late Sunday into Sunday night. It should be noted that impacts from heavy rain and potential tornadoes will precede the most significant winds with this system and are possible as early as Saturday evening.

During the height of the storm, winds of 30 to 40 mph will be possible with gusts as high as 50 mph across far northwest Georgia. Storm total rainfall is expected to be on the order of 4 to 6 inches across along and north of the I85 corridor with locally higher amounts possible.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS —————–

* WIND: Prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across portions of west and north Georgia. Potential impacts in this area include: – Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about. – Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown over. – A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways. – Scattered power and communications outages.

Elsewhere across NORTH AND CENTRAL GEORGIA, little to no impact is anticipated.

* TORNADOES: Prepare for a tornado event having possible limited impacts across NORTH AND CENTRAL GEORGIA. Potential impacts include: – The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the execution of emergency plans during tropical events. – A few places may experience tornado damage, along with power and communications disruptions. – Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings, chimneys toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned, large tree tops and branches snapped off, shallow-rooted trees knocked over, moving vehicles blown off roads, and small boats pulled from moorings.

* FLOODING RAIN: Prepare for locally hazardous rainfall flooding having possible limited impacts across NORTH AND CENTRAL GEORGIA. Potential impacts include: – Localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations. – Rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter currents. Small streams, creeks, and ditches may become swollen and overflow in spots. – Flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in usually vulnerable spots. A few places where rapid ponding of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. Several storm drains and retention ponds become near-full and begin to overflow. Some brief road and bridge closures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS ———————————-

* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION: Now is the time to check your emergency plan and take necessary actions to secure your home or business. Deliberate efforts should be underway to protect life and property. Ensure that your Emergency Supplies Kit is stocked and ready.

When making safety and preparedness decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track as there are inherent forecast uncertainties which must be taken into account.

Always heed the advice of local officials and comply with any orders that are issued. Do not needlessly jeopardize your life or the lives of others.

* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION: – For information on creating an emergency plan see ready.ga.gov – For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE ———–

The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather Service in Peachtree City GA around 1130 PM EDT, or sooner if conditions warrant.

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Activities You Can Do In Peachtree City Georgia

If you travel to Georgia, you should visit a place called Peachtree City. It is a beautiful place, located south of Atlanta right off the 85. If you are thinking about taking a vacation, you ought to spend a little bit of time in this city with about 35,000 people. It is located in Fayette County. It is a small location, in comparison to Atlanta, but there are so many things that you will be able to have fun doing. Here is a quick list of activities that you ought to consider doing if you want to visit Peachtree City in Georgia.

Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater

This is a unique amphitheater because it plays very good concerts. The seating allows everyone to see everything that is happening on stage. Unlike many other amphitheaters, the staff is going to be very helpful and pleasant. They make your experience as good as possible. Whether you are in front of the stage, or in the stadium, you are going to have a good time. You might want to plan your visit to Peachtree City if there is a concert playing in that area during the time that you will be visiting.

The Avenue Peachtree City

If you would like to do a little bit of shopping, you can always head over to this outdoor shopping mall. There are some well-known retailers there. You will be able to have fun, experiencing a good time finding all of the items that you would like to purchase. Best of all, they do have some great stores where you can find excellent deals on products that you would like to buy. This could be the final place that you go if you are going to spend a week in Peachtree City, a little-known place in Georgia that you will like whether you spend a couple days or a week at this destination.

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