Welcome to the official home of The Northeast GA Weather Center, located in beautiful downtown Commerce, GA and a second forecast office in Cleveland GA.

The Northeast Georgia Weather Center: A Beacon of Community Safety and Weather Expertise

The Northeast Georgia Weather Center, nestled in Commerce, Georgia, is more than just a weather monitoring hub; it's a dynamic, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to safeguarding lives through accurate weather forecasting, real-time data collection, and comprehensive community outreach and education. Home to Northeast GA Storm Chasing and Bright Idea Media Productions, NEGWC operates on the principle that informed communities are resilient communities.

Our Mission: Protecting Lives by increasing severe weather lead times and community education.

At the core of NEGWC's mission is a commitment to providing timely and accurate weather information to North Georgia, the Southeast region and beyond. This is achieved through a multi-faceted approach that combines advanced technology, dedicated personnel, and a deep understanding of atmospheric science.

24/7 Vigilance: Real-Time Monitoring and Alerts

The NEGWC team maintains a relentless 24/7/365 watch over the skies, utilizing a network of volunteers, professional meteorologists, and trained observers. This constant vigilance ensures that any signs of impending severe weather are detected and analyzed promptly. When threats emerge, NEGWC disseminates critical advisories and alerts through various social media platforms, ensuring that communities are informed and prepared to take necessary precautions. Our work does not end with severe weather season. We are an all-hazards weather team who covers the weather year-round no matter the season we have you covered.

Boots on the Ground: Storm Chasing and Data Collection

When severe weather strikes, NEGSC's dedicated chase teams deploy into the heart of the storm. These teams are not merely thrill-seekers; they are highly trained individuals who provide invaluable real-time data directly to the National Weather Service (NWS). Thisdata, including visual observations, atmospheric measurements, and damage assessments, plays a crucial role in refining weather forecasting models and improving the accuracy of warnings. The data they gather includes but is not limited to hail size, wind speed, cloud formations, and any observed damage. At the same time our trained weather spotters turn their eyes to the sky’s and stand ready to report and severe weather sightings to the NWS.

A Comprehensive Community Outreach Program: Education and Empowerment

NEGWC believes that education is the cornerstone of weather preparedness. This belief is manifested in a robust community outreach program that encompasses several key initiatives:

• Community Outreach Severe Weather Educational Training (COSWET): This program offers both online and in-person classes designed to educate individuals, families, and communities about severe weather safety. COSWET covers a wide range of topics, including thunderstorm formation, tornado safety, flood awareness, and emergency preparedness. By empowering individuals with knowledge, NEGWC aims to reduce the impact of severe weather events.

• Homeless Weather Alert Program (HWAP): Recognizing the vulnerability of homeless populations during severe weather, HWAP provides life-saving NOAA weather radios to individuals living on the streets. This program also collaborates with local emergency management officials to identify and establish safe shelters during severe weather events, ensuring that everyone has access to protection.

The Power of Volunteerism: 

A Dedicated Team NEGWC/NEGSC is a 100% volunteer-driven organization, fueled by the passion and dedication of its members. The organization's commitment to transparency ensures that every donated dollar is reinvested into its mission, supporting essential activities such as equipment purchases, training programs, and community outreach initiatives.

• The Northeast GA Weather Centers Storm Chaser Training Academy: “STA” is a 1-year training program that combines both field and classroom instruction to train and certify the next generation of storm chasers. All training at STA is demanding and only the best complete this program. The ciriculum at STA was developed by our founder Spc. Timothy Hayes. His training program has even been transformed into a 377 page book called “Storm Chaser and Spotter Training 101:CHASE-WARN-RESCUE" and is available on Amazon and Kindle. It serves as the official training manual for STA.

• Staff Training & Education Program (STEP): is our in-house staff training program. Through STEP our members learn their duties here at our organization. STEP also handles spotter training and certification as well as training our members on broadcast and communications and well as radio etiquette and radar operations.

• The Volunteer Corps: The Volunteer Corps is the recruitment arm of our organization. Our volunteer Corps recruiters handle everything from applicant communications to member orientation. They also serve as new member points of contact as they go through their initial training. Each storm chaser recruit has a recruiter assigned to them who maintains contact and acts as a mentor throughout their training. The Volunteer Corps acts as HR within our organization. All members of our organization and its subsidiaries is a member of the volunteer corps.

• Tactical Search and Rescue (TSAR): In 2024, NEGWC further expanded its capabilities by establishing a Search and Rescue Team, demonstrating its commitment to providing comprehensive support to communities during emergencies.

A Vital Partnership: NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador

In recognition of its dedication to weather safety, NEGWC/NEGSC has been awarded the prestigious title of NOAA/National Weather Service Weather-Ready Nation (WRN) Ambassador. This designation signifies a strong partnership with NOAA and the NWS, allowing NEGWC to play a vital role in building a more weather-ready nation.

What it Means to be a WRN Ambassador:

• WRN Ambassadors are organizations committed to working with NOAA to strengthen national resilience against extreme weather, water, and climate events.

• They serve as leaders in their communities, inspiring others to take action and prepare for weather-related hazards.

• Ambassadors engage in outreach and education activities, promoting weather safety and preparedness.

• They collaborate with NOAA and the NWS to share best practices and develop innovative solutions to weather-related challenges.

• They aid in disseminating critical weather information to their communities.

• This partnership increases NEGWC's ability to help in climate change awareness, and other weather-related topics.

The Future of NEGWC/NEGSC: Expanding Reach and Impact

Looking ahead, NEGWC/NEGSC is committed to expanding its reach and impact, ensuring that more communities have access to life-saving weather information. Key goals include:

• Establishing a Comprehensive SKYWARN Network: NEGWC aims to build the largest SKYWARN network east of the Mississippi, empowering citizen scientists to contribute to weather monitoring and forecasting.

• Becoming an official 501C Non-Profit Organization: This transition will enable NEGWC to secure additional funding and resources, further enhancing its capabilities and expanding its programs.

• Expanding Coverage: While focusing on Northeast Georgia and the Southeast, NEGWC aspires to become a nationwide organization and are currently recruiting staff and training members to help in this goal. We just celebrated the opening of our Northern Plaines weather center which will serve as HQ for that region.

Bright Idea Media Productions:

Bright Idea Media Productions is the in-house production company of the Northeast Georgia Weather Center. It is responsible for the production of all media content produced by NEGWC. This includes live streams, educational videos, and other forms of media. The production company helps the NEGWC to reach a wider audience and to educate the public about severe weather preparedness.

A Call to Action: Join the Team

NEGWC/NEGSC invites individuals who share its passion for weather safety to join its team. Whether you're a seasoned meteorologist or simply have a desire to make a difference, there's a place for you within the organization. By working together, we can build stronger, more resilient communities. Anyone interested in joining our team no matter what state you live in can email us at recruitment@negaweathercenter.com with your name and contact information and a member of our team will be in touch. You can also call us a 1(762) 499-0367. Simply leave your name, number and a good time to contact you!

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The NEGWC Team’s work does not end at SEVERE WEATHER, our weather Center is operational 24hrs-DAY 7-Days a Week 365-Days a year! Bringing you wall to wall weather coverage no matter the season!

We would like to thank each and every one of you for your continued support! We do not do what we do for fame or fortune like some other organizations you see on social media. We are dedicated to saving lives. You can help us in this mission by recommending and inviting your friends and families to follow our social media pages! So, thank you once again! You our followers and viewers are the reason we do what we do! Thank you for making the Northeast GA Weather Center your #1 Weather Authority no matter the season!