Preparations underway for possible snow in Georgia

Crews across Georgia are getting ready for the possibility of snow on Tuesday.

The Georgia Department of Transportation and Georgia Power both say they are prepared for the winter weather threat.

The metro Atlanta area could see some snow on Tuesday, according to the FOX 5 Storm Team. Several school systems south of the metro area have already announced closings in anticipation of the white stuff.

GDOT officials say trucks are ready to roll to get roads ready.

Employees at Georgia Power are also keeping a close eye on the weather developments, trying to identify where snow and ice accumulations could take a toll on trees and power lines.

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First-responders across the regions are making sure their gear is ready for emergencies.

Residents are urged to have some food and water stocked in case of power outages. Those with medications are urged to refills done before the storm, and don't forget to make provisions for your pets.

AIRPORT PREPARATIONS UNDERWAY

Several airlines, including Atlanta-based Delta, are waiving fees for customers booked on flights on Tuesday.

Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Inteational Airport say they are prepared for the snow.  They said they have six 22-foot snow brooms, four 22-foot snow plows and three 75-foot de-icer trucks on standby. They also have 100,000 gallons of de-icing fluids for the taxiways and 50,000 pounds of salt and sand mix for the roadways.

Some airlines may have to scale back service, but most of those decision will be made on Tuesday. Travelers are urged to check with their airlines before their flights. 

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