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Trump Skips Georgia vs Alabama Game: Is the Game Still On Despite Hurricane Isaias?
Yes, Georgia vs. Alabama is still on at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, but President Trump will not be there. If you are driving in, the bigger issue is weather on the road.
President Trump canceled his planned visit to Tuscaloosa for the Georgia-Alabama game, citing the approaching storm and the need for emergency and law-enforcement personnel to focus on the weather response, according to the Associated Press. The University of Alabama has weather protocols in place and the game remains on schedule. The National Hurricane Center forecast 4 to 8 inches of rain across southern Alabama. Check the university's athletics site for gate times.
Rainbands can make roads slick and cause flash flooding. Expect slow traffic on I-20 and I-59, and give yourself extra time heading home. That is general travel caution, not a confirmed operational change.
Why did Trump cancel?
The stated reason is the approaching storm and the need for emergency personnel to focus on the weather response. A presidential visit takes a large share of state and local police and emergency resources, and cancelling frees staff as rain reaches Alabama. That resource point is attributed to Trump's announcement, not an independent count.
What fans should do
- Bring rain gear and check stadium bag rules.
- Check road conditions before leaving, on I-20 and I-59 in particular.
- Plan extra time for the return drive.
What to watch
Post-game weather impact reports and regional recovery updates will follow. Check back for updates.
