Natural Disasters

Hurricanes

Hurricane Watch & Warnings

This site provides information to help you prepare for and recover from a hurricane with or without excess water (flooding). It is not designed to be a primary source of information about storm/hurricane warnings. Please tune your radio or television to local weather or National Weather Service information for the most up-to-date weather information in your area.

Most recent tropical weather updates and warnings:

Be prepared for bad weather year-round

August 24, 2011 — The probability of Georgia being directly hit by a hurricane in any given year is low. Regardless, Georgians should prepare just in case says the state's climatologist. Read the news release.

Keep food and water safe during stormy weather

August 24, 2011 — When severe weather threatens, preparing before the storm hits can help you keep your food and water safe. Read the news release.

Websites help with storm preparedness

August 24, 2011 — For information to prepare for severe weather, look into these online resources. Read the news release.