Snow is rare enough in Georgia that a few inches of accumulation can spark wonder in school children, but the fluffy white flakes can also be a major pain for those who need to worry about commuting to work or managing a household.

Gov. Brian Kemp has issued a State of Emergency for all of Georgia over the incoming winter weather. Here's what it says and what the forecast is.

North Carolina Governor Josh Stein declared a statewide state of emergency to prepare for a winter storm expected to bring snow, ice, and freezing rain starting Friday. Residents are urged to stay home as hazardous travel conditions and power outages are anticipated.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency Thursday in preparation for a winter storm that will impact the state Friday.

Gov. Brian Kemp has declared a statewide State of Emergency in anticipation of a significant winter storm expected to impact Georgia starting Friday.

Governor Brian Kemp has declared a statewide State of Emergency ahead of a winter weather threat expected on Friday.

Gov. Kay Ivey Thursday declared a state of emergency in 37 of the state’s 67 counties ahead of the winter weather forecast for later this week. The state of emergency covers most of the northern half of Alabama and includes Madison County,