Hurricane Isaias
State of Emergency
Governor Brian P. Kemp today issued an updated State of Emergency for all 159 counties in preparation for Hurricane Isaias. The new Executive Order enables emergency management teams to make necessary arrangements and position needed resources ahead of the storm's impact. He has also directed the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) to activate the State Operations Center (SOC) beginning early Friday afternoon.
Current Weather Forecast
Post-Tropical Cyclone Isaias has passed.
After A Hurricane
- Local authorities may not immediately be able to provide information about what is happening and what you should do. However, you should listen to NOAA Weather Radio, watch TV, listen to the radio or check the Internet often for official news and instructions as they become available.
- Stay out of flood waters, if possible. The water may be contaminated or electrically charged. However, should you find yourself trapped in your vehicle in rising water get out immediately and seek higher ground.
- Be alert for tornadoes and flooding. If you see a funnel cloud or if local authorities issue a tornado warning, take shelter underground or in an interior room away from windows. If waters are rising quickly or local authorities issue a flood or flash flood warning, seek higher ground.
- Stay away from downed power lines to avoid the risk of electric shock or electrocution.
- Do not return to your home until local authorities say it is safe. Even after the hurricane and after floodwaters recede, roads may be weakened and could collapse. Buildings may be unstable, and drinking water may be contaminated. Use common sense and exercise caution.
Reporting Damages
Georgia residents who experience damage from Hurricane Isaias are encouraged to report it to their local Emergency Management Agency. To find your county EMA and its contact information, visit gema.georgia.gov/locations.
Residents may also report their damages through this portal. It is designed to allow Georgia citizens to self-report damages to their homes, businesses, and public facilities. GEMA/HS can use this information to visualize and summarize damage assessments as the public submits them. Local, state, and federal emergency management officials still need to verify the information submitted through this form before determining whether damage caused by a natural or man-made disaster exceeds State or Federal declaration thresholds. Please visit FEMA's Individual Assistance Web Page for more info regarding Individual Assistance. Visit GEMA's Public Assistance Web Page for more information regarding Public Assistance.
Reporting Power Outages and Downed Power Lines
Georgia Power Customers: To view current power outages and affected areas, visit Georgia Power's Outage Map. To report a power outage or downed power lines, call 1-888-891-0938.
Georgia EMC Customers: To view current power outages and affected areas, visit the Georgia EMC Outage Map. Customers should contact their local electric membership cooperative to report outages or downed power lines.
Safety Reminder: Residents should always treat downed power lines as energized and dangerous. Stay away from downed lines and report them to your utility provider or 911 if there is an immediate danger.