It’s primary day in Georgia, and polls are open until 7 p.m. in most metro Atlanta polling locations under the constant threat of rain.
Rain is falling in several places across North Georgia, and more scattered showers are expected throughout the day. The chance is 60 percent, according to Channel 2 Action News meteorologist Karen Minton.
“It really could pop up anywhere and at any time during the day as that air is so filled with tropical moisture,” she said.
Voters near Cartersville and Rome must endure thunderstorms that started in the afternoon, and Athens and Eatonton voters should experience heavy downpours for the next few hours, Channel 2 Chief meteorologist Glenn Burns said.
Bad weather has historically lowered voter turnout. Here is what you need to know in order to avoid the worst of it.
The worst of the wet weather will come likely after 4 p.m., particularly on the Southside, according to Channel 2.
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Be patient. The rain will likely affect traffic on the way to the polls. Be sure to plan more time to travel to your polling place.
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