SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – Winter weather is expected to come through Savannah next week.
The last time the city was impacted by cold conditions that brought in snow was seven years ago.
Click here to see drone video from Jan. 3, 2018 snow day in Savannah.
WTOC spoke with people this week to hear how people are gearing up.
Some people in the area say they are prepared for the weather.
“It’s not Chicago cold. This is Savannah cold, which is like summer all year round for me being from Chicago,” said Karen Edmond from Chicago.
There are plenty of others who don’t know what to expect.
The last time some people in Savannah saw snow was in 2018, forcing schools and businesses to close for days.
Despite looming challenges, some people in the city are looking forward to the potential flurries.
“I would love it if it snowed again. It would be magical and fun…We hope that mother nature is on our side,” said Georgia resident, Anjali Sharma.
In anticipation of the forecasted winter weather that’s expected to come through next week, cities like Savannah are reminding residents to start preparing for chilly conditions now.
City officials recommend people protect their pipes from freezing, stock up on essential supplies, check their heating systems and waterproof their homes.
Chicago-native Karen Edmond said people need to take this weather seriously.
“If you’re in Savannah, you might want to stay home because you’re not prepared for the weather like we are in Chicago. We throw salt out, and you can drive everywhere,” said Edmond.
Instead of salt, the city will have sand on standby to address any ice on City-maintained roadways.
Officials also said to plan for transportation delays and prepare vehicles by checking tire pressures, windshield wipers and antifreeze levels.
There will also be warming centers open for people needing shelter at places like Old Savannah City Mission and Come As You Are.
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As the temperatures in Savannah begin to drop and winter weather approaches, locals are sharing their thoughts and reactions to the impending cold front. Many residents are excited for the change in weather, looking forward to cozy nights by the fire and the possibility of seeing snow.
“I can’t wait for winter weather to finally arrive in Savannah,” said longtime resident Sarah Johnson. “I love the holidays and being able to bundle up in warm sweaters and scarves. It’s a nice change from the hot and humid summers we’re used to.”
Others are more apprehensive about the colder temperatures, especially when it comes to driving in icy conditions. “I’m not looking forward to having to scrape ice off my windshield in the mornings,” said local business owner Mark Thompson. “But I guess it’s all part of living in a place that experiences all four seasons.”
Despite mixed feelings about the upcoming winter weather, one thing is for certain – Savannah locals are prepared to make the most of it, whether that means enjoying a cup of hot cocoa by the fireplace or bundling up in layers to brave the cold. Stay tuned for updates on how the city handles the winter weather and how residents are adapting to the change in seasons.
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