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Home Posted on January 29, 2026 | Last Updated on January 29, 2026

THIS PAGE CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

The Menu below contains the order in which Information is found on this page

* OUTLOOK (THIS IS UPDATED FOR EACH EVENT)

* DEPARTMENTAL DELAYS AND CLOSURES
* AVAILABLE STORM SHELTERS (Open / Closed, Pet Friendly, Etc.)
* NOAA RISK CATEGORIES
*ALERTS AND HOW TO SIGN UP FOR HYPER-REACH
* ROAD CONDITIONS
* POWER OUTAGES (power outage map & how to report an outage)

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OUTLOOK (will update as needed)

We share outlooks from the following meteorological outlets:
The National Weather Service Peachtree City - NWS Peachtree City website
The National Weather Service Huntsville, AL - NWS Huntsville website
Tri-State Weather Network - Tri-State Weather Network Facebook Page

From the National Weather Service Huntsville 
From the National Weather Service Peachtree City 
From Dade County EMA

GRAPHICS:

Winter Preparedness GraphicStaying Safe in Extreme Cold Graphic
Winter Weather Readiness Items 2022Pet winter tips


Winter Closings and DelaysDepartmental Delays and Closures:


If a delay or closure is to be announced we will post it here (on this page) as well as on our social media pages which can be found using the links below.
https://www.facebook.com/dadecountyema/
https://www.facebook.com/DadeCountyGA/

County Storm Shelter Locations  (see below) All premises monitored with audio visual recording by 911

 

South Dade Storm Shelter (Valley)CLOSED265 School Street, Rising Fawn, GA 30738
Sports Complex Storm Shelter CLOSED9622 US-Hwy 11, Trenton, GA 30752
Davis Storm Shelter (Sand Mountain)
CLOSED249 Davis School Road, Trenton, GA 30752

 

Shelter Rules and Guidelines (For all Shelters)

  • Be kind, courteous, and respectful of others (you will be sharing space)
  • No Smoking
  • No Profanity (as there may be children present)
  • No Pets
  • No Alcoholic Beverages
  • Doors are to remain closed at all times (Except when exiting and entering. These are specially weighted doors so propping them up may cause damage)
  • Clean Up after yourself
  • Rules are subject to change

About the  Shelters

  • FEMA Approved 361
  • Will Withstand winds of up to 250 MPH
  • Will hold up to 260 people (allotting 5 square feet per person)

What's in the Shelters?

  • Chairs / Tables / Trashcans (Please clean up after yourself)
  • Restrooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Weather Radio
  • Telephone (for communication with E-911)

What to Bring

  • Folding Chairs, Blankets, Sleeping Bags, Pillows, Etc.
  • Medication / Phone Chargers
  • Snacks / Drinks (No Alcoholic beverages)
  • Games / Entertainment for Children
NOAA Risk Categories and Infographics
Winter Weather Headlines GraphicWinter Weather Categories NOAA

Do you have multiple ways to get warnings?

multiple ways to get alertsNOAA Weather Radio logo


Looking to purchase a NOAA Weather Radio please use this link to learn more - Weather.govNOAA



Hper Reach Storm

Use this link to learn more about Emergency Notifications and use this link to sign up for Hyper Reach 




Current Road Conditions & Closures:

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We will be issuing live updates on Facebook as necessary during significant weather events so please follow us on Facebook at Dade County, Georgia.

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power outage number


To Report a Power Outage or see the Power Outage Map please use this link to GA Power https://www.georgiapower.com/company/safety/outages-and-stormcenter.html

If this is a dangerous condition, including downed power lines, please call talkdesk1-888-891-0938


TO REPORT AN OUTAGE


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