Camden County Declares State of Emergency in Preparation for Hurricane Helene

In anticipation of Hurricane Helene, Camden County officials have declared a state of emergency, in alignment with the Governor's emergency declaration. The county is proactively preparing for the storm's potential impacts, which include high winds, tornadoes, storm surges, and localized flooding. These measures are being taken to ensure the safety of residents and to mitigate damage as the storm approaches.

Essential Information

Declaration of County State of Emergency: Effective September 25, 2024 at 12:00 PM

Local Office Closures: Municipal and County offices will be closed from 8:00 AM, Thursday, September 26, 2024, through 5:00 PM on Friday, September 27, 2024. Government offices will resume normal hours on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 8:00 AM, weather and conditions permitting.

Board of Education: The Board of Education will suspend operations on Thursday, September 26, 2024, and Friday, September 27, 2024. Schools will reopen Monday, September 30, 2024, weather and conditions permitting.

Waste Services:

• MSW and C&D Landfills: Both landfills will remain open Thursday, September 26, 2024 with normal operating hours, but will be closed Friday, September 27, 2024. Both will tentatively reopen on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 7:00 AM with extended operating hours through 3:00 PM, weather and conditions permitting.
• County (Unincorporated Area): Curbside Collections office will be closed Thursday, September 26, 2024 and Friday, September 27, 2024, and will reopen Monday, September 30, 2024.
  Friday collections will be collected on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
• City of Kingsland: Waste collection will occur on Thursday, September 26, 2024, and will pause on Friday, September 27, 2024. Friday's collection will resume on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
• St. Marys/Woodbine: Waste collection will occur on Thursday, September 26, 2024, and will pause on Friday, September 27, 2024. Friday's collection will resume on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
• Vulnerable Population Sheltering: A shelter is available for residents who live in flood-prone areas and are considered vulnerable due to medical conditions, self-care needs, or are elderly and need assistance who live in flood-prone areas.

Shelter Information:

• Location: PSA Building, 1050 Wildcat Drive, Kingsland
• Opening Time: 6:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25, 2024
• Supplies: Cots, meals, basic medical supplies
• Who: Vulnerable populations include those with medical needs, self-care difficulties, elderly, etc. The general public will only be allowed if space is available after accommodating the vulnerable population.
• What to Bring: Medications, personal identification, basic supplies for children and pets, blankets, and only essential personal items

Sandbag Locations: Sand is available at four different self-service sites throughout Camden County.

• Kingsland: 132 Royal Parkway in Kingsland on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, from 7:00 AM until 5:00 PM
• St. Marys: 819 Point Peter Road in St. Mary, open from 8:00 AM until 6:00 PM on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
• Woodbine: 1144 Godley Avenue and 1714 Bedell Avenue in Woodbine

Stay Informed: Follow trusted sources such as the National Hurricane Center (www.nhc.noaa.gov) and the National Weather Service Office in Jacksonville (www.weather.gov/jax).

Sign Up for Alerts: Use the CodeRED Emergency Notification System by visiting www.camdencountyga.gov/CodeRED or texting "CamdenCodeRED" to 99411.

Camden County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is actively monitoring the storm's progress and will provide timely updates. As Hurricane Helene approaches, it is crucial for residents, particularly those in flood zones and areas vulnerable to tornadoes, to begin preparations immediately. Residents should secure outdoor objects, gather emergency supplies, and have a plan in place to seek shelter if tornado warnings are issued. For non emergency information related to Hurricane Helene, residents may call 912.729.5602.

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