Arrest Report - Wednesday - September 23, 2026
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Wednesday, September 23, 2026:
Wednesday Weather — Cooler Air Arrives, Storms Possible
After several days of summerlike heat, Northwest Georgia will finally get its first real taste of fall today, but the change in temperatures could come with showers and thunderstorms.
The National Weather Service says a much cooler air mass will begin spreading into the region today and will remain in place through the weekend. A strong area of high pressure to the northeast is pushing cooler air southward into Georgia.
For Chattooga County, there is a 60% chance of rain today. Showers are possible during the morning and early afternoon, with thunderstorms becoming possible later in the day. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to become more likely after 5 PM.
The high temperature will be around 85 degrees, considerably cooler than the temperatures near or above 90 experienced over the past several days.
Forecasters say a few strong to severe thunderstorms could develop across far North Georgia this afternoon. Strong wind gusts will be the main concern with any stronger storms. Locally heavy rainfall and frequent lightning will also be possible.
Rainfall amounts generally between one-tenth and one-quarter of an inch are expected, although thunderstorms could produce higher amounts.
Showers and thunderstorms remain likely tonight, mainly before 2 AM. Patchy fog could develop between 10 PM and midnight. The overnight low will fall to around 63 degrees.
The biggest change will be noticeable Thursday. Rain chances drop dramatically as cooler and drier air takes control. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high of only 79, followed by a low around 58 Thursday night.
The weather should remain dry and comfortable through the weekend. Friday will be mostly sunny with a high near 81, Saturday near 82, and Sunday near 83. Morning lows Friday and Saturday night could fall to around 54 degrees.
A gradual warmup begins early next week, with highs reaching the mid-80s by Tuesday, but forecasters expect the relatively dry pattern to continue.
The National Weather Service says the cooler air arriving this week will provide North and Central Georgia with its first significant taste of fall weather following the recent stretch of late-September heat.
Sheriff’s Office Hot Dog Lunch And Bake Sale Coming Friday
The Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Hot Dog Lunch and Bake Sale this Friday, September 25, to raise money for several community and employee programs.
The fundraiser will be held from 10 AM until 2 PM at the Sheriff’s Office, 533 Underwood Drive in Trion.
For $7, lunch includes a hot dog, chips, drink and dessert. Additional baked goods and sweets will also be available for purchase.
Proceeds will help purchase items for the Christmas Baskets provided by the Sheriff’s Office, prizes for the Senior Well Check Program, and supplies for the Health & Heart Hydration Fund, which provides hydration and healthy snacks for patrol officers.
The Sheriff’s Office is inviting the community to stop by for lunch Friday while supporting programs that benefit local residents and law enforcement personnel.
52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival Returns To Summerville October 3
One of Chattooga County’s longest-running fall traditions returns next month as the 52nd Annual Sum Nelly Festival takes over Dowdy Park on Saturday, October 3, from 9 AM until 7 PM.
The City of Summerville says this year’s festival will feature more than 150 vendors, offering arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, baked goods, jams and jellies, fall decorations, clothing and numerous other items.
Food will once again be a major part of Sum Nelly, with vendors serving everything from fried pies, funnel cakes and boiled peanuts to barbecue, Brunswick stew, Philly cheesesteaks, corndogs and authentic Mexican food.
There is also something new for 2026 — two free concerts.
The Hwy. 27 Band, featuring local musician Toby Maddux, will take the stage at 3 PM. LaFayette native Robby Hopkins will headline the festival with a performance beginning at 5 PM.
Summerville Parks and Recreation Director Adam Wilson says Sum Nelly remains a tradition that brings the community together each year, combining shopping, food and family activities.
Admission to Sum Nelly and both concerts is free, and the event is open to all ages.
Food, Drinks & Treats: Aaron’s Food; Avans Concessions; Dees Concessions; Red White and Blue BBQ; Orchard Farms; The Spice Cottage; Honey Bee Hot Dogs and Lemonade; Holland47 HH; Smoke Signals BBQ; Up N Smoke BBQ; Lazy Days BBQ; T.T and D Catering LLC; Mercy Me Pork Skins; Mosleys BBQ; Dixie Subs And More; Small Town BBQ; Georgia Snoballs; Rositas; D&B Foodtruck; Flour Child Bakery; Puddins Pop; Reita’s Fried Pies; DIRT Pour Coffee + Cafe; Gigi’s Sweet Treats and The Bread Lady & More; Cane Ridge Acres; Sweet Bloom Cookies; Caked Up; Nothing Bundt Cakes; Shonda’s Edible Delights; Hwy 27 Nutrition; Sweet Dreek’s; Shinbone Valley Bee Company; Created by Kirby; Sweets on a Mission; Laurel Leaf Coffee; Energy Loft Express; Faith Family Farm; Bray’s Sweet Treats; J & R Kettle Corn; Keribeth Roberts; Kona Ice; Dirty Deeds Soda Co.; Eneyas Lemonations & Sipsations; BratzCafe; JC Nuts; Anita’s Blissful Bites; and Zelma’s Blue Ribbon Jams and Jellies.
Arts, Crafts, Clothing, Jewelry & Other Vendors: Simple Creations; Trail Life Troop; ECA Crafts; BBs Krazy Kreations; Moss Creek Outfitters; Walk the Vine; Root & River; Reverdy Coley; Cloudland Antiques; Leroy Cordle; I Am Simply in Stitches; Barbara Sue’s; Claytastic Designs; MicksPics and Woodcrafting by Bruce; The Mag Hatter; Heartstrings & Stitches; Violets Crafty Corner; Papa’s Yard Art; Callie’s Closet at Mainstreet Boutique; Sierra Co & Clara Bea Boutique; SunFlower Nails & Lashes; Scents and Suds; Nutty Magnets; Anita’s Raggedy Threads; Mary Beth Grooms; Sharon’s Glass Creations; Mind to Matter Productions; Haley’s Creative Goods; Southern Stems & Design; Dixieland Fabric and Floral; Diamond Art; Soft Flames & Suds; WillARose & Co.; Rustic Craft Shed; Kinsey Graph-X’s; Stitches by Sherry; Lindsey Art; Hazel’s Threads; Leroy’s Seasoning; Glammies Place; KM Collective; Mt. Olive Creations; Jacobs Ladder; The Patched Hat; Made by Iris; BLACK LION CREATIONS; Kim’s Handcrafted Soaps and Such; Forever Fit by Nicole; The Wild Olive Branch; Ruby’s Boutique; TakeAparts; Just Sew Crafty; K.Sims T-Shirt Booth; Froggyholler Soap Company; Swift Stitches; B & G Co.; Wellness Reclaimed; Sew Crafty; and “It Began With Mama” Creations.
Churches, Nonprofits, Organizations & Information Booths: Subligna Rd. Church of Christ; Central Avenue Baptist Church; Lookout Mountain CASA; Chattooga Co. DCFS; Chattooga Co. Democrats; Advent Health; Dry Valley Baptist Church; Chattooga County Wildlife; Berryton Church of God; Spring Creek Baptist Church; Summerville Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses; Speak Life Special Needs Support Group; and CHS Welding.
AdventHealth Gordon Gets State Approval For Level II NICU
Families in Gordon County and across Northwest Georgia could soon have access to more advanced newborn care closer to home.
The Georgia Department of Community Health has issued AdventHealth Gordon a Certificate of Need to establish a four-bed Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit within the hospital’s existing Women’s Services Area. The approval is still subject to a standard 30-day appeal period.
AdventHealth Gordon is the only hospital in Gordon County and currently provides obstetric and newborn care. The proposed Level II NICU would allow more babies requiring additional medical support following birth to receive specialized care in Calhoun rather than having to be transferred farther from their families.
Hospital officials say the unit would also provide additional support for monitoring newborns, parent education, bonding, breastfeeding and discharge planning.
Justin Birmele, president and CEO of AdventHealth Gordon and AdventHealth Murray, said the approval represents an important step toward expanding care for Northwest Georgia families and allowing mothers and babies to remain closer together when additional care is needed.
Georgia classifies Level II neonatal services as specialty or neonatal intermediate care, providing a higher level of newborn care than basic Level I services.
The state approval does not mean the new unit will open immediately. The Certificate of Need remains subject to the 30-day appeal period before the project can move forward.
NWS: Wet Microburst Caused Trion Storm Damage, Winds May Have Reached 60-70 MPH
The damaging storm that struck Trion Monday afternoon was not a tornado, according to the National Weather Service, but rather a downburst, likely a wet microburst, capable of producing winds estimated at 60 to 70 mph.
Chattooga County Emergency Management Director Pamela Vaughn said Tuesday that EMA contacted the National Weather Service office in Peachtree City for an analysis of the September 21 storm.
According to the NWS analysis, the thunderstorm began developing around 4:15 PM and rapidly grew over the next 15 minutes, reaching approximately 40,000 feet directly over the Trion area. The storm then quickly collapsed over roughly the next 20 minutes.
The Weather Service said that rapid development and collapse can produce a wet microburst, which occurs when rain-cooled air rapidly descends from a thunderstorm, hits the ground and spreads outward, producing powerful straight-line winds over a relatively small area.
The NWS estimated winds from such an event can reach 60 to 70 mph, strong enough to knock down trees, move unsecured objects and cause structural and minor roof damage.
According to EMA, Trion was located almost directly beneath the downburst.
Why There Was No Tornado Warning
The National Weather Service also addressed why no tornado warning was issued Monday.
The closest radar used to analyze the storm is located at Hytop, Alabama. The lowest radar scan showed winds of only about 10 to 15 mph within the storm, but that radar beam was more than a mile above the ground.
The damaging winds developed as air rapidly descended and then spread horizontally after reaching the surface, meaning those strongest winds were not directly visible to radar.
Most importantly, the National Weather Service found no rotation associated with the storm. Because there was no indication of a tornado, a tornado warning was not issued and tornado sirens were not activated.
Four Homes Identified With Damage
The new EMA report also provides the first official look at the extent of the damage.
Chattooga County E-911 received 17 calls during and immediately following the storm reporting downed trees, including some involving power lines.
EMA personnel conducted damage assessments Tuesday and identified several residences affected by falling trees. Four homes have so far been identified with tree-related damage, ranging from minor damage to more significant structural damage.
Officials are still contacting additional homeowners, meaning the final damage total could increase.
Chattooga County Public Works, the City of Summerville Maintenance Department and several local tree-service companies have assisted with cleanup and debris removal.
Anyone whose home was damaged by Monday’s storm and who has not yet spoken with EMA is asked to contact Chattooga County EMA Director Pamela Vaughn at 706-857-3400, Option 2.
EMA says documenting all storm-related damage is important as recovery efforts continue.
Blood Assurance Honors Dolly Parton With Special ‘9 To 5’ Donor Shirt
Blood Assurance is combining country music and a lifesaving cause this week with a special tribute to Dolly Parton.
On Friday, September 25, anyone donating blood at a Blood Assurance donation center or participating mobile blood drive will receive an exclusive, one-day-only Dolly-inspired “9 to 5” T-shirt, while supplies last.
The shirt features a quote from Parton encouraging people to make a difference in the world around them. Blood Assurance says the promotion is intended to turn that spirit of goodwill into action by encouraging more people to donate blood.
Blood Assurance is particularly important to Northwest Georgia. The nonprofit is the primary supplier of blood and blood products for Atrium Health Floyd and AdventHealth Redmond in Rome, along with Cartersville Medical Center. The organization says it now needs more than 600 donors every day to supply its partner hospitals.
All blood types are needed. Appointments are encouraged but aren’t required. Donors can schedule an appointment through Blood Assurance or by calling 800-962-0628.
New Georgia Program Gives Small Businesses Another Option For Employee Health Insurance
Small businesses in Chattooga County that have struggled with the cost or complexity of providing employee health insurance now have another option through a new state program.
The Georgia Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire has launched Georgia Access For Business, a program allowing employers to contribute a fixed amount toward employees’ individual health insurance rather than purchasing one traditional group health plan for the entire workforce.
Under the program’s new CHOICE Arrangement, an employer determines how much it will contribute toward eligible health coverage. The contribution is tax-free, and employees then select their own ACA-compliant individual health insurance plan.
That could be particularly useful for smaller employers that want to offer health benefits but have found traditional group insurance difficult to afford or administer.
Georgia Access says there is no minimum or maximum employer contribution required, and the program can be used by businesses of any size, including employers that have never previously offered health insurance benefits. Funds are paid directly toward the employee’s selected insurance coverage rather than requiring employees to submit reimbursement paperwork.
Employees also have more choice than under a traditional arrangement where an employer selects a single plan for everyone. Under CHOICE, employees select an eligible individual plan that fits their own needs. Georgia Access says an employee can retain the individual plan even after leaving the employer.
The state says the program is designed to give businesses greater predictability over health-benefit expenses because the employer determines its contribution rather than being tied directly to increases in a traditional group premium.
Georgia Access recommends that employers work with a knowledgeable licensed insurance agent when deciding whether the new arrangement or another health-benefit option is appropriate for their business.
Georgia Access For Business is available now. Business owners seeking additional information or assistance can contact Georgia Access For Business at 844-424-2472, Monday through Friday from 8 AM until 5 PM Eastern Time.
Summer Burn Ban Ends Next Week In Northwest Georgia
Chattooga County residents will once again be able to burn certain yard debris beginning next week as Georgia’s annual summer open-burning ban comes to an end.
The Georgia Environmental Protection Division’s summer burn ban remains in effect through September 30, meaning the restrictions will end at midnight next Wednesday. Beginning October 1, residents may resume certain types of outdoor burning, provided they follow state fire-safety requirements.
Chattooga is one of 54 Georgia counties covered by the annual ban, which runs from May 1 through September 30. The restriction is intended to reduce pollutants that contribute to ground-level ozone during the warmer months.
Once the ban ends, residents burning hand-piled natural vegetation collected on their own property, including leaves and yard debris, do not need a Georgia Forestry Commission burn permit. However, five safety requirements must be followed.
Burn piles must be at least 25 feet from woodlands, forestland or fields containing flammable vegetation and at least 50 feet from homes, barns, sheds or other structures. Burning must take place between sunrise and sunset, someone must remain with the fire until it is completely extinguished, and reasonable precautions must be taken to prevent the fire from escaping.
Permits are still required for several other types of burning, including certain agricultural, forestry and land-clearing operations. Residents should also check for any additional local or temporary fire restrictions before burning.
The end of the summer ban does not make burning household garbage legal. Georgia prohibits the outdoor burning of household garbage and man-made materials such as tires, plastics, shingles and lumber year-round, including burning those materials in a burn barrel.
The summer burn ban also covers neighboring Floyd, Walker and Gordon counties, along with several other Northwest Georgia counties.
For Chattooga County residents, the current restrictions remain in place through September 30, with permitted fall burning activities resuming October 1.
Chattooga Property Owners Now Wait For Millage Rates And Tax Bills
With the deadline to appeal 2026 property assessments now passed, Chattooga County property owners are entering the next stage of the annual property-tax process — waiting for final millage rates and the arrival of their actual tax bills.
Chattooga County property taxes are normally due December 1, according to the Chattooga County Tax Commissioner’s Office. Georgia tax rules also provide taxpayers 60 days from the date of billing to pay their property taxes, meaning bills must be issued far enough in advance of the local payment deadline to provide that payment period.
Before those bills can be calculated, however, local governments must complete the process of establishing their 2026 millage rates.
Assessment notices mailed this summer showed the county’s estimate of each property’s fair market value. Georgia generally assesses property for taxation at 40 percent of fair market value, but that number alone does not determine what a homeowner will ultimately owe.
The other major part of the equation is the millage rate. Chattooga County Sole Commissioner Andy Allen establishes the county government’s millage rate, while the Chattooga County Board of Education sets the rate used to fund the school system. One mill represents $1 in tax for every $1,000 of taxable assessed value.
That means homeowners who saw significant increases in the fair market value listed on their assessment notices should not automatically assume their tax bills will increase by the same percentage.
Several forms of tax relief also have to be factored into the final calculation, including applicable homestead exemptions and sales-tax rollbacks.
What remains unknown is the final 2026 tax digest and the millage rates that will be applied to it. Once those figures are finalized, the Chattooga County Tax Commissioner’s Office can calculate individual property tax bills.
The Tax Commissioner collects the taxes but does not determine property values or set the county and school millage rates.
For Chattooga County property owners, the important date to remember is December 1 — the county’s normal property-tax payment deadline. WZQZ News will continue following the 2026 tax process and report the county and school millage rates when those figures are finalized.
Movie Sequel To Film In Walker County, Young Extras Needed
A movie sequel is returning to Northwest Georgia this fall, and producers are looking for local children to appear as extras.
“The Farmer & the Belle 2” will film scenes in Walker County, continuing the story of a New York City fashion model who falls in love with a childhood friend and farmer. In the sequel, the now-married couple compete in their own ways to save a historic farm camp.
Producers are currently seeking extras for a scene scheduled to be filmed Saturday, October 3, at Camp New Dawn in Walker County.
Children ages 5 to 16 are needed, with the greatest need for youngsters between 5 and 11 years old. Producers are seeking children of all ethnicities. Hair and makeup should be natural, and no facial tattoos are permitted.
The scene will be set in the 1980s, so those selected will need 1980s-style clothing in spring and pastel colors. Additional wardrobe instructions will be provided.
Call time is scheduled for 8 AM, and extras should be available until 5 PM, although producers expect the scene could wrap several hours earlier. Applicants are asked to provide a current photograph and indicate their comfort level working around animals.
This isn’t the first time the production has come to Northwest Georgia. The original “The Farmer & the Belle: Saving Santaland” filmed in Walker County in 2019. The Christmas movie is currently available on Amazon Prime.
Walker County is also a certified Georgia Camera Ready community, a state designation designed to help film and television productions connect with local locations and resources.
Those interested in applying to be an extra can access the producers’ application through Walker County’s announcement.
Summerville Man Cited For Leaving Scene Of Accident
A Summerville man was cited after police say he left the scene of a traffic accident last week.
According to a Summerville Police Department citation, Evan Blake Adams, 22, was cited following an accident that occurred around 8:14 AM on September 17 near Fifth Street and Highland Avenue in Summerville.
Police say Adams was involved in an accident and allegedly left the scene without notifying 911. The citation lists the charge as leaving the scene of an accident under Georgia law.
The vehicle listed on the citation was a 2013 Dodge Journey. No injuries were indicated on the report.
Adams was ordered to appear in Summerville Municipal Court on November 19 at 9 AM.
Gaylesville Homecoming Parade Happening Today
If you are traveling in neighboring Cherokee County, Alabama, this evening, be aware of extra activity and possible traffic delays around Gaylesville as the community celebrates its annual homecoming parade.
Gaylesville School will hold its 9th Annual Homecoming Parade today, beginning at 5 PM Alabama/Central Time — 6 PM Georgia/Eastern Time.
Participants will line up near the school’s track and baseball field. The parade will begin on Oak Street, travel onto Main Street/Alabama Highway 68, turn at the four-way stop onto Alabama Highway 35, and then return to Oak Street before ending at the new gym.
Decorated floats will be featured, and candy will be handed out to children along the route.
Following the parade, the community is invited to the football field for a free hot dog meal. There will also be a chili cook-off, with a $50 gift card going to the winner, sponsored by Gaylesville Cheerleading. The Gaylesville FCA chapter will deliver a message before the meal.
Homecoming activities continue Friday night when the Gaylesville Trojans host the Donoho Falcons at Roy Knapp Sr. Field at Trojan Stadium.
Again, today’s parade begins at 5 PM Central Time — 6 PM Eastern Time.
18-Year-Old Charged With DUI Following Summerville Crash
An 18-year-old Summerville man was charged with DUI and other offenses following a single-vehicle crash over the weekend.
According to Summerville Police Department citations, Gavin Ladon Palmer, 18, was involved in a crash on Woodland Avenue on September 20. Police say Palmer was traveling southbound when his vehicle ran off the roadway for approximately 200 feet before striking a power pole.
The investigating officer reported observing signs of impairment, including bloodshot eyes, the odor of alcohol and being unbalanced. The citation indicates a blood test was administered, with results listed as pending.
Palmer was cited for DUI — alcohol/less safe, failure to maintain a single lane, and possession of alcoholic beverages by a person under 21.
Antique Tractors And Small Engines Bring History To Life In Downtown Summerville September 26
A piece of agricultural and railroad history will come to life in downtown Summerville on Saturday, September 26, as Summerville Main Street hosts the Antique Tractor & Small Engines Show.
The event will be held from 10 AM until 3 PM along East Washington Street and at the Summerville Depot.
More than 39 antique tractor and small-engine exhibits are expected, including privately owned collections and displays from the Chickamauga Antique Tractor Club and the Peach State Antique Tractor & Engine Club.
Much of the equipment dates from the early-to-mid 1900s and highlights the development of farming technology and rural life across America.
One of this year’s featured exhibits will be a 1910 Woodpecker Hit & Miss Engine. Visitors will also be able to watch live demonstrations showing how historic farm machinery and engines once operated.
Railroad fans will have another reason to attend. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s 4501 Steam Engine is expected to arrive in Summerville at approximately 12:45 PM. After its arrival, visitors can watch the historic locomotive being turned on the Joe Robert Norton Summerville Turntable.
Food and specialty vendors will also be available throughout the day.
Admission to the Antique Tractor & Small Engines Show is free.
The event will be held Saturday, September 26, from 10 AM to 3 PM in downtown Summerville.
Chattooga High School Invites Community To Red & Black Bash
Chattooga High School is inviting the entire community to show its Indian pride during the Red & Black Bash Block Party coming up Wednesday, September 30.
The event will be held from 6 until 8 PM in the Chattooga High School parking lot and is open to students, families and community members.
The Red & Black Bash will feature local vendors, food trucks, games and activities, along with an opportunity for the community to meet this year’s Chattooga High School Homecoming Court.
The evening will also feature an outdoor community pep rally as students and supporters come together to show their support for the Indians.
Best of all, admission is free and all games and activities are free.
School officials are encouraging everyone to wear their red and black, bring the family and enjoy an evening of food, fun and Chattooga Indian spirit.
The Red & Black Bash runs from 6 to 8 PM Wednesday, September 30, at Chattooga High School.
Arrest Report - Tuesday - September 22, 2026
Here is the latest arrest report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office for Tuesday, September 22, 2026:
Storm Chances Continue Today Before Cooler Fall Weather Arrives
Another hot and unsettled day is expected across Chattooga County and Northwest Georgia today, but a significant change toward more seasonable late-September weather is on the way.
The National Weather Service says today will be partly sunny with a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 PM. The high will be near 90 degrees, with calm winds.
North Georgia is under a Marginal Risk, Level 1 of 5, for severe thunderstorms today. Forecasters say the strongest storms could produce damaging wind gusts, with heavy rainfall also possible. Storms will generally move slowly, which could result in locally heavy rainfall where repeated storms develop.
The severe weather threat comes one day after thunderstorms caused significant storm damage in portions of Chattooga County Monday evening, particularly around Trion.
Tonight brings a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 11 PM, with a low near 68.
A noticeable weather change begins Wednesday as cooler air pushes into North Georgia. Showers and thunderstorms become more likely Wednesday afternoon, with a 60 percent chance of rain and a high near 84.
By Thursday, temperatures should fall closer to normal for late September. Thursday’s high will be around 80, followed by mostly sunny and dry conditions Friday through the weekend. Overnight lows could fall into the upper 50s, including around 57 Friday night and 56 Saturday night.
The weekend currently looks pleasant, with sunshine and a high near 81 Saturday and mostly sunny skies with a high near 83 Sunday.
Storm Damage Reported Across Trion Monday Evening
Trion residents are cleaning up this morning following a strong thunderstorm that caused widespread damage across the town Monday evening.
Trion Police Chief David Gilleland told WZQZ News Monday night that the damage was extensive, with numerous trees and limbs brought down across town.
Damage was reported in front of Mount Vernon Mills and along Simmons Street, Town Hall Drive, Marsh Avenue and Pine Street, as well as several other locations. Crews had already cleared the area in front of the mill when Gilleland spoke with WZQZ shortly before 7:45 PM.
One of the more significant areas of damage was at the Trion Recreation Department, where a large tree came down near the tennis courts.
Gilleland told WZQZ the falling tree took out the entire fence surrounding the tennis courts.
Some residents along side streets also experienced power outages Monday evening, although power remained on at Trion School following the storm.
Most importantly, Gilleland said no injuries had been reported as of Monday night.
Photos taken around Trion following the storm showed large trees and limbs down near homes and along roadways.
There was no immediate confirmation that a tornado was responsible for the damage. The storms that moved through the area were capable of producing strong, damaging wind gusts.
Crews were working Monday evening to clear trees and debris and assess the extent of the damage.
Northwest Georgia Job Fair Happening Today
Job seekers from Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia will have an opportunity to meet directly with hiring employers today at a regional job fair in Rock Spring.
WorkSource Georgia and the Northwest Georgia Joint Development Authority are hosting the Northwest Georgia Job Fair from 10 AM until 1 PM today, Tuesday, September 22, at the Walker County Civic Center, located at 10052 North Highway 27.
Organizers say employers from Chattooga, Walker, Catoosa and Dade counties will be participating, with companies looking to fill current openings across a variety of fields.
Job seekers attending today’s event should bring multiple copies of their résumé and be prepared to speak directly with employers about available positions, qualifications and hiring requirements.
The event is designed for people who are unemployed, considering a career change or simply interested in learning about other employment opportunities available across Northwest Georgia.
The job fair is free and runs from 10 AM until 1 PM today at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring.