Latest news, weather and high school sports for Albany and Southwest Georgia

Thursday, May 16, 2013  At least 6 dead, dozens left homeless as tornadoes leave trail of destruction in North Texas

Sunday, April 21, 2013  With severe weather season on the horizon, southwest Georgians are getting prepared.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Updated with video: Severe storms hit Midwest with snow, ice and damaging winds

Tuesday, March 26, 2013  The Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany Emergency Operation Center (EOC) ran through a Tornado drill Tuesday afternoon.

Friday, February 22, 2013  Experts recommend keeping and emergency roadside kit in your car trunk.

Friday, February 22, 2013  All warning and watch information has been provided by the National Weather Service.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  For FOX 31's Facebook story of the day people wanted to know whether or not Albany or Dougherty County has any public tornado shelters in case of emergency.

Monday, February 11, 2013  A Baker County family had a scare Sunday night after a tree fell onto their home around 11:30 PM.

Friday, February 08, 2013  Updated with video; The Dougherty County Public Works Department is tasked with the responsibility of maintaining drainage systems.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Updated with video; As a part of severe weather awareness week, Thursday represents lightning safety.

Tuesday, February 05, 2013  Updated with video; In honor of Severe Weather Awareness Week, the Georgia Emergency Management Agency is asking residents to focus on preparing for thunderstorms, the most common severe weather in the state.

Monday, February 04, 2013  Updated with video; Dougherty County officials are asking families to take advantage of a free service that could save their life.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Updated with video; Salvation Army Offices in North Georgia are busy assisting each other after Wednesday night's storm but surrounding offices like the one in Albany are still on standby.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  Updated with video; Trees and power lines around Albany led to a busy night for the Albany Fire Department.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  Updated with video; Next week is Severe Weather Awareness week in Georgia and state officials are reminding homeowners to prepare in case of disaster.