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Hurricane Helene
State of Emergency
Governor Kemp has declared a State of Emergency for all 159 counties in Georgia in response to impending Tropical Storm Helene. Click here to see the executive order.
Sheltering and Feeding Locations
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross has opened shelters in several hurricane-stricken areas. To view the listing, click here.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army has established several sites in various hurricane-stricken areas today, offering meals to those in need. Please click here to view listing.
Points of Distribution (PODs)
Several points of distribution have been established throughout the state. Individuals in the affected areas are encouraged to come to pick up essential items. The following list will be continuously updated.
| County | Locations |
|---|---|
Atkinson | Willacoochee City Hall, 33 Fleetwood Ave. West, Willacoochee, GA |
| Atkinson Co. Fire Station, 33 Austin Ave. West, Pearson, GA | |
Ben Hill | Ben Hill County Health Dept., 251 Appomattox Rd., Fitzgerald, GA 31750 |
Berrien | 800 Tifton Rd., Nashville, GA 31639 |
| 8110 Main St., Ray City, GA 31645 | |
| 22281 Main St. Railroad St., Alapaha, GA 31622 | |
| 324 S. Main, St Enigma, GA 31749 | |
Brooks | 400 E. Courtland Avenue, Quitman, GA 31643 |
| 178 Second Street, Morven, GA 31638 | |
Burke | 277 GA-24, South Waynesboro, GA 30830 |
Candler | 555 W. Lytell St., Metter, GA 30439 |
Columbia | 1000 Market Street, Evans, GA 30809 |
Echols | Community Center, 148 Church of God St., Statenville, GA 31648 |
| Jeff Davis | 31 Pat Dixon Rd, Hazlehurst, GA |
| 122 Kirkland Steel Rd., Hazelhurst, GA 31539 | |
Jefferson | 1200 School Street, Louisville, GA 30434 |
| 101 Griffin St., Wrens, GA 30833 | |
| 138 Church St., Wadley, GA 30477 | |
Lanier | 28 South Valdosta Hwy, Lakeland, GA 31635 |
Laurens | 1794 Hwy 117, Rentz, GA 31075 |
| 930 East Hwy 80, East Dublin, GA | |
Lowndes | First Baptist Church Lake Park, 601 W. Marion Ave, Lake Park, GA 31636 |
| Five Points, 3103 N. Ashley St., Valdosta, GA 31602 | |
| Flying Tiger Storage, 4036 Bemiss Rd., Valdosta, GA 31605 | |
| Hahira Train Depot, 220 W. Main Street, Hahira, GA 316302 | |
| Lowndes County Civic Center, 2102 E. Hill Ave., Valdosta, GA 31601 | |
McDuffie | 229 Knox River Rd., Thomson, GA 30824 |
Richmond | 4335 Windsor Spring Rd., Hephzibah, GA 30815 |
| 1631 Gordon Hwy, Augusta, GA 30906 | |
| 535 Telfair St., Augusta, GA 30901 | |
Screven | Screven County Elementary School, 1333 Frontage Rd. East, Sylvania, GA 30467 |
Telfair | 181 East Oak St, McRae-Helena, GA 31055 |
| 65 Main St Lumber City GA, 31549 | |
Toombs | First Baptist Church, 107 E Second Street, Vidalia, GA 30474 |
| Southeastern Technical College, 3001 East 1st Street, Vidalia, GA 30474 | |
Treutlen | 4145 Fowler St., Soperton, GA |
Ware | Ware County Fire Station, 3411 Harris Rd., Waycross, GA 31503 |
Warren | 169 SR-80, Warrenton, GA 30828 |
Wheeler | 16 West 4th Ave., Alamo, GA 30411 |
Wilkes | 304 Norman St, Washington, GA 30673 |
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefits
Replacement SNAP
Georgia residents in Hurricane Helene's affected areas who received Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in September can report food lost due to power outages related to the Hurricane. To report losses click here.
Report Damages
Should you have damages to your home, business, or any other property, it's important to report them promptly. You can do so by visiting https://damage-assessment-gema-soc.hub.arcgis.com/ and selecting the Report Damage button. Alternatively, you can scan the QR code provided for hassle-free reporting.
Crisis Cleanup
Crisis Cleanup is a collaborative disaster work order management platform that improves coordination, reduces duplication of efforts, improves efficiency, and improves volunteers' experience.
If you need assistance cleaning damages from Hurricane Helene, call Crisis Cleanup Hotline at 844-965-1386.
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Local Emergency Management Agencies
If you need assistance, contact your local Emergency Management Agency. Click here to find the listing of all Georgia EMAs.
Locating Loved Ones
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Family and friends of people in the disaster-affected areas are urged to check social network sites for information about your loved ones. They may also check in with American Red Cross Safe and Well program at https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/contact-and-locate-loved-ones.html to let family members know they are safe or looking for loved ones.
Donations
Monetary
If you'd like to contribute financially to support the individuals in Georgia impacted by Hurricane Helene, we have compiled a list of counties where your donations will be greatly appreciated.
| County | Foundation/ organizations |
|---|---|
| Bulloch | https://www.bullochstrong.com |
| Colquitt | https://secure.givelively.org/donate/united-way-of-colquitt-county/hurricane-helene-relief-fund |
| Cook | https://www.unitedwayvaldosta.org/hurricane-helene |
| Laurens | https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-dublinlaurens |
| Lowndes | https://feedingsga.org/disaster/ |
| Tift | Mail: United Way of South-Central Georgia PayPal: [email protected] |
Non-Perishable Items
For organizations and agencies that are interested in providing in-kind donations in response to Hurricane Helene, click https://forms.office.com/g/fih30v8WGV and fill out the application form.
Individual Volunteer Survey
For individuals wishing to volunteer to help in Hurricane Helene's recovery efforts, click https://forms.office.com/g/wu90BNWPhh fill out the application form and an organization will reach out to you.