WAYCROSS, Ga. – Locals continue to feel the impacts of a winter storm that moved through Southeast Georgia and North Florida on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning as they grapple with unsafe driving conditions, road closures and power outages.
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Among those impacted was a business in Waycross, which, according to employees, was significantly affected when its roof collapsed early Wednesday morning during the downpour of snow.
News4JAX learned that the business, Taylor Pools, located at 1015 Knight Ave., had been around for years but moved into the building about nine months ago.
Employees confirmed to News4JAX that the roof collapsed around 4 a.m. and that the owners had contacted law enforcement.
Additionally, News4JAX has reached out to the owners of Taylor Pools and once we receive a response, we will update this story.
Images of the collapse show deep cracks beginning at the top of the building, which move down for what appears to be a few feet.
Other images show the exterior of the building seemingly crushed by the snow as parts of the roof in the middle of the building appear to be touching the ground and the majority of its doors are completely caved in.
In Ware County, it was reported that snow had come to an end across the area around 8:30 a.m., but with snow and ice lingering on the roads, driving conditions remain dangerous.
Temperatures are forecast to remain below freezing for the majority of the day, aside from a few hours in the mid to late afternoon, so the snow and ice are expected to persist, particularly on less-traveled roadways.
Power outages were also reported across Southeast Georgia. According to Georgia Power, more than 8,500 customers were affected in Brunswick, more than 7,500 were affected in St. Simons Island and more than 1,000 were affected in Folkston.
Finally, The Waycross Police Department Courtroom is open to anyone needing shelter from the cold. The city auditorium will serve as a backup once the courtroom reaches capacity.
