Winter Weather Advisory.

Issued at: 4:36 PM EST 1/16/08, expires at: 12:45 AM EST 1/17/08

Winter weather advisory now in effect until 7 am est thursday, The winter weather advisory is now in effect until 7 am est thursday over much of north georgia, north of a line from franklin to griffin to warrenton. Precipitation advancing northward initially in the form light snow late this afternoon will quickly transition to more of a sleet and rain mix through early evening. Surface temperatures are expected to fall below freezing by late evening. No significant accumulations of snow and sleet are expected. However, a light glaze of ice is possible on area bridges, overpasses, and power lines late this evening through early Thursday morning, creating hazardous travel conditions. The potential for accumulating ice is greatest from near cartersville, to the northeast atlanta suburbs, and northeastward along the interstate 85 corridor. Temperatures will rise above freezing thursday morning. A winter weather advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.