Georgia DOT warns motorists amid heavy rains

The Georgia Department of Transportation urged motorists to be cautious as heavy rains made for treacherous driving across north Georgia.

GDOT reported no major effects from the rain except a flurry of accidents. Spokeswoman Natalie Dale said the rain increases the potential for flooded creeks and downed trees, which could block roads.

“People need to be extremely cautious with travel,” Dale said. “People just need to be highly aware that there are poor road conditions and the likelihood of flooding and downed trees.”