Tropical Storm Helene

Camden County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is carefully monitoring Tropical Storm Helene for impacts on Camden County.

Camden County is under a:

• Tropical Storm Watch, meaning tropical storm conditions (sustained winds of 39 to 73 mph) are possible within the specified area within 48 hours.
• Flood Watch, meaning conditions are favorable for flooding. It does not mean flooding will occur, but it is possible.

Precautionary Measures: Residents are urged to take immediate steps to prepare for tropical activity and rapidly changing conditions. Secure outdoor items, stock up on essential supplies, and ensure you have a plan in place.

Stay Informed: For the latest updates and information, residents are encouraged to:

• Follow the Camden County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) on Facebook.
• Visit trusted weather sources such as the National Hurricane Center (www.nhc.noaa.gov) and the National Weather Service Office in Jacksonville (www.weather.gov/jax).

Emergency Notifications: Sign up for the CodeRED Emergency Notification System to receive direct updates from Camden County EMA. Visit camdencountyga.gov/CodeRED or text "CamdenCodeRED" to 99411. TDD/TTY service is available.

Additional Information: Camden County EMA, in collaboration with local authorities, will continue to monitor the storm's progress and provide updates. It is crucial to stay informed and prepared as conditions can change rapidly.

Current Weather Advisories

Camden County Watches, Warnings, and Weather Advisories are available through NOAA.

Severe Weather Notifications

All Camden County residents should have multiple ways of receiving severe weather notifications, including CodeRED.

Sandbags

Sand is available at four different self-service site throughout Camden County. Some of these sites also have a limited number of sandbags available. Please click on the map to open a larger version.

Camden County

Camden County will have sand and a limited number of sandbags available for self-service at the Facilities Maintenance Building located at 1144 Godley Avenue in Woodbine. Residents should bring their own shovels.

Kingsland

The City of Kingsland will have sand and a limited number of sandbags available at 132 Royal Parkway in Kingsland on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Residents should bring shovels for this self-service site.

St. Marys

The City of St. Marys will have sand and sandbags available for self-service at the Public Works Facility located at 819 Point Peter Road in St. Marys. This site is open from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, and from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.

Woodbine

The City of Woodbine will have sand and a limited number of sandbags available at the Public Works Department located at 1714 Bedell Avenue in Woodbine.

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