As the earliest impacts of Hurricane Helene enter Georgia, our office is committed to ensuring the safety and preparedness of all of GA’s 5th District’s residents. While Hurricane Helene is currently projected to most heavily impact parts of the Gulf Coast and Southern Georgia, significant impacts are already reaching parts of the district, with more to come.
Key Safety Information:
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Significant flooding is expected this afternoon and evening in advance of the direct effects from Hurricane Helene. The main impacts from the hurricane are anticipated to arrive late Thursday into Friday. Be aware of the potential for flash flooding.
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Stay Informed: Continue to monitor weather updates from trusted sources such as the hurricanes.gov/#Helene, weather.gov/atlanta, local news, and weather apps. We recommend following updates at:
@ATLPreparedness on X
@NWSAtlanta on X
@AFCEMA on X
@ItsInDeKalb on X
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- Get alerts about emergencies and other important news by signing up for local Emergency Alert Programs
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NotifyATL in the city of Atlanta
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CodeRED in DeKalb County
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CodeRED in Clayton County
Be Ready: Make a Plan and Assemble a Kit. Your family may not be together during an emergency, so having a plan that everyone is familiar with is important. Make sure you include a meeting place, important phone numbers, and ways to get emergency alerts in your plan. Assemble an emergency kit well in advance of an emergency. You may have to evacuate at a moment's notice and take your essentials with you. You may need to survive on your own after an emergency. Know what you need in your kit.
Prepare for Power Outages: Charge your phones and electronic devices now. Have flashlights, batteries, and non-perishable food items ready in the event of prolonged outages. Consider purchasing a portable battery or generator if necessary.
Travel Advisory: Avoid unnecessary travel during the storm. Expect road closures due to fallen trees, flash floods, or power outages. If you must drive, keep an emergency kit in your car with water, blankets, and first aid supplies.
Flooding Risk: Keep an eye on local flood warnings and stay clear of streams or creeks that could rise quickly.
Emergency Contacts: For life-threatening emergencies, dial 911 immediately.
Our office is closely monitoring the situation and will continue to provide updates as the storm progresses. Please take all necessary precautions and follow the guidance of local officials to stay safe.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to either of my offices at (404) 659-0116 (ATL) or (202) 906-0392 (DC).
