SUMMARY: Metro Atlanta is under an 11 Alive weather impact alert from Wednesday night through Friday, as Chief Meteorologist Chris Hulk reports. Two weather systems are expected to bring significant rain: a frontal system on Wednesday night and tropical moisture from Hurricane Helen, which is expected to make landfall in Florida as a Category 3 hurricane on Thursday. The remnants will then move through Georgia, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and potential storms. For more updates, tune in to 11 Alive news or download the 11 Alive mobile app.

We’re issuing an 11Alive Weather Impact Alert in north Georgia for the second half of Wednesday, plus all of Thursday and Friday.
We’ll be tracking two weather systems: tropical rain ahead of a front, and Tropical Storm Helene.
Stay ahead of the storm—download the 11Alive app for 24/7 updates!

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SUMMARY: Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) officials are urging residents to prepare for the impending storm, Helen, which could affect all 159 counties in the state. GEMA director Chris Stallings highlights the potential for heavy rain and falling trees, which can block roads and down power lines. Residents should stay informed through weather alerts, have emergency plans, and prepare kits with essentials like food, water, and first aid supplies. It’s advised to secure outdoor furniture and consider renters insurance. With Georgia under a state of emergency, resources are being mobilized to support affected areas.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency on Tuesday in anticipation of Tropical Storm Helene, which is expected to become a major hurricane in the Gulf.

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SUMMARY: Homeowners in Georgia are voicing concerns over their homeowners associations (HOAs), citing unfair practices such as excessive fines, liens, and lawsuits. Nicole Reeves from South Fulton described her experience with a newly appointed HOA president who imposed arbitrary fines including for visible trash cans and paint on shutters. Many homeowners fear retaliation for voicing their grievances, while others have faced hefty fines and liens, such as a $21,000 lien against a property. During a meeting of the Georgia Senate rules subcommittee on HOAs, residents called for reforms to address these aggressive tactics and increase accountability.

Complaints are stacking up against many home owner associations (HOAs) in Georgia. Property owners say HOA boards have been misusing their power to file liens and lawsuits and impose unfair fines.

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