Alex Forbes

3 weeks ago | fox5atlanta.com | Alex Forbes

After weeks of eye-watering highs, pollen levels in metro Atlanta are finally starting to decline — giving some relief to allergy sufferers across the region. What they're saying: FOX 5 Storm Team meteorologist Alex Forbes said Wednesday that the city's pollen count has dropped into the moderate range for the first time in weeks, following periods of "extremely high" readings that began in late March. "We’ve got ourselves a lower number," Forbes said during a broadcast update.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Alex Forbes

The BriefPollen levels in metro Atlanta have dropped to moderate after weeks of extremely high readings, providing relief to allergy sufferers. The peak pollen count reached a record 14,801 particles on March 29, but recent rain has helped reduce levels significantly. Tree and grass pollens remain active, with several high days expected through May, though the peak season is now past.

3 weeks ago | fox5atlanta.com | Alex Forbes

Above-average temperatures and increasing rain chances are expected across North Georgia through the coming week as a stalled front lingers over the region. Temperatures on Sunday climbed into the mid-80s across much of the area under partly cloudy skies, setting the stage for a warm and unsettled pattern over the next several days.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Alex Forbes

The BriefAbove-average temperatures in the mid-to-upper 80s and increased rain chances are expected across North Georgia due to a stalled front. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are anticipated, especially in far north Georgia, with rain chances around 30% to 50% throughout the week. Daily high temperatures will remain well above normal, with isolated storms potentially producing occasional lightning, but severe weather is not expected.

1 month ago | fox5atlanta.com | Joyce Lupiani |Alex Forbes

Springtime in metro Atlanta is a sight to behold: blooming flowers, fresh greenery and towering trees waking from their winter nap. It’s picturesque—until you take a deep breath. As the region bursts into color, it’s also triggering a not-so-lovely response in Georgians: sneezing fits, watery eyes, and the telltale congestion of seasonal allergies.