The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for Oct. 23. High fire danger conditions are likely across central Georgia and portions of north Georgia this afternoon and early evening. The probability of widespread hazardous weather is low. Near-critical fire weather conditions will be possible on Friday and Saturday.
The nation's turkey flock has shrunk to its smallest size in 40 years, and a fall rebound in avian flu cases is adding fresh strain ahead of Thanksgiving. Wholesale turkey prices are now about 40% higher than last year, driven by disease losses and tighter production, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
As of Oct. 21, a total of 1,618 confirmed measles cases were reported in the United States. Among these, 1,595 measles cases were reported by 42 jurisdictions. A total of 23 measles cases were reported among international visitors to the U.S. There have been 43 outbreaks reported in 2025, and 87% of confirmed cases (1,401 of 1,648) are outbreak-associated. For comparison, 16 outbreaks were reported during 2024 and 69% of cases (198 of 285) were outbreak-associated.
Publix has initiated a voluntary recall on one lot of Publix Rich & Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream, UPC 41415 03043, that may contain an undeclared egg allergen. The product was distributed to stores located in Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Florida, except for stores in Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Tampa, and Sarasota. Publix locations in Virginia and North Carolina are not impacted by this voluntary recall.
Nat’s Nuts is recalling 600 bags of Cinnamon Whiskey Pecans because they may contain undeclared cashews. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to cashews run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. Product was distributed to 25 retail stores located in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Nevada, Florida, and Wisconsin from Oct. 8 - Oct. 16 and sold on Amazon and NatsNuts.com from Oct. 9 - Oct. 16.
Haitai, Inc. is recalling Haetae (HT) brand Cinnamon powder 8 oz because it has the potential to be contaminated with lead. Short-term exposures to very low levels of lead may not elicit any symptoms. Increased blood lead levels may be the only apparent sign of lead exposure. Exposure to extremely high amounts of lead may result in overt and possibly severe symptoms for which an individual is likely to seek medical attention.
Identify, Isolate and Inform: It is important to continueto ask travel questions. The purpose of this notice is to remind healthcare providers about actions to take in Georgia when evaluating patients for possible serious communicable diseases.
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Violent Actors and Cyber Criminals Threaten Emergency Services Sector
The Office of Intelligence and Analysis sent anassessmentof threats to the Emergency Services Sector— police, firefighters, and other first responders— from violent extremists, other physical threat actors, or malicious cyber actors.
