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Gainesville Streets Transform into Ice Rinks
1 Feb
Summary
- Police shut down a major Gainesville route due to icy conditions.
- Over three inches of snow fell across Hall County.
- Roads were closed for about 90 minutes before reopening.
Heavy snowfall impacted Hall County, leading to hazardous road conditions in Gainesville. Over three inches of snow were reported across the area, with Georgia Department of Transportation crews working to manage the accumulation.
Due to extreme icing, police temporarily closed a significant portion of EE Butler Parkway at Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The route was described as a "solid sheet of ice" and remained shut down in both directions for about 90 minutes.
Despite the treacherous weather, some businesses on the Gainesville Square remained open and saw patrons. Residents ventured out to enjoy the snow, though advised to exercise caution on the roads. The affected road has since reopened.
