Camden County Amends State of Emergency and Actively Prepares for Hurricane Milton

In anticipation of Hurricane Milton, Camden County officials have amended the Local State of Emergency to extend recovery efforts. The county and municipalities are proactively preparing for Hurricane Milton's potential impacts, implementing protective measures to safeguard residents and property, while also continuing recovery efforts from the destruction of Hurricane Helene.

Local Office Closures:
Municipal and County offices will be closed from Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 8:00 AM through Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM. Government offices will resume normal hours and operations on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 8:00 AM, weather and conditions permitting.

Board of Education:
The Board of Education will move to Distance Learning starting Wednesday, October 9, 2024 through Friday, October 11, 2024. In-School Learning will resume on Monday, October 14, 2024, weather and conditions permitting.

Waste Services:

• MSW and C&D Landfills: Both landfills will remain open on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, with normal operating hours but will be closed on Thursday, October 10, 2024. They will tentatively reopen on Friday, October 11, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with extended operating hours, weather and conditions permitting.
• County (Unincorporated Area): The Curbside Collections office will be closed on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, and Thursday, October 10, 2024, and will reopen on Friday, October 11, 2024. Note: Thursday collections will be made on Friday, October 11, 2024, and Friday collections will be made on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
• City of Kingsland: Waste collection will occur as normal on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Collections will pause on Thursday, October 10, 2024, and will resume normal operations on Friday, October 11, 2024. Note: Thursday sanitation collection route will occur on Friday, October 11, 2024, and Friday collections will be made on Saturday, October 12, 2024, weather permitting.
• St. Marys/Woodbine: Waste collection will occur as normal on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Collections will pause on Thursday, October 10, 2024, and will resume normal operations on Friday, October 11, 2024. Note: Thursday collections route will be made on Friday, October 11, 2024, and Friday collections will be made on Saturday, October 12, 2024.

Vulnerable Population Sheltering:
A shelter of last resort will be available for residents who live in flood-prone areas, regions vulnerable to high wind, and those who are considered vulnerable due to medical conditions, self-care needs, or age.

• Location: PSA Building, 1050 Wildcat Drive, Kingsland
• Opening Time: 5:00 PM on Tuesday, October 8, 2024
• Supplies Provided: Cots, meals, and basic medical supplies
• Who Should Attend: Vulnerable populations, including those with medical needs, self-care difficulties, elderly individuals, and citizens who live in flood-prone areas, and/or regions vulnerable to high winds
• What to Bring: Medications, personal identification, basic supplies for children and pets, blankets, and essential personal items
  • Pet spacing will be limited and prioritized based on room for people.

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

• Kingsland: 132 Royal Parkway, Kingsland
• St. Marys: 819 Point Peter Road, St. Marys
• Woodbine: 1144 Godley Avenue and 1714 Bedell Avenue

Hurricane Helene Recovery and Debris Removal Updates:
DRC and Debris Tech Hauling Service teams are continuing their diligent debris removal efforts until weather conditions from Hurricane Milton become unsafe. Vegetative yard debris removal operations will resume once Milton passes. Please note that comingled waste, which is anything not considered vegetative yard debris, will not be collected. Residents may haul debris to the C&D Landfill at no cost; however, they must follow the required protocol of weighing in and out.

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.

The Camden County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is closely monitoring Hurricane Milton's progress and will continue providing timely updates. As the storm approaches, it is essential for residents, especially those in flood-prone areas and regions vulnerable to high winds, to begin preparations immediately. Please secure outdoor items and ensure you have a plan in place in case of power outages. For non-emergency information, residents can call 912.729.5602.

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