Jackson EMC prepares for ice, potential power outages
Wendy Jones, the director of PR and communication at Jackson EMC, joins FOX 5 Atlanta to outline the power company's preparations for the impending winter storm. With over 450 employees and 150 additional crew members brought in from as far away as Minnesota, they're standing by to monitor 15,500 miles of line and restore power as safely and quickly as possible.
Wendy Jones, the director of PR and communication at Jackson EMC, joins FOX 5 Atlanta to outline the power company's preparations for the impending winter storm. With over 450 employees and 150 additional crew members brought in from as far away as Minnesota, they're standing by to monitor 15,500 miles of line and restore power as safely and quickly as possible.
Paulding County Sheriff Henson talks winter storm prep, safety
Paulding County Sheriff Henson is urging residents to stay off the roads, utilize non-emergency lines for reporting downed trees, and take advantage of virtual church services to remain safe at home.
Paulding County Sheriff Henson is urging residents to stay off the roads, utilize non-emergency lines for reporting downed trees, and take advantage of virtual church services to remain safe at home.
State officials update on ice storm preparations
Georgia officials said they are prepared for whatever the weather brings to metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Georgia officials said they are prepared for whatever the weather brings to metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Georgia officials prepare for ice storm, move resources north
Georgia state officials are moving resources north of metro Atlanta to prepare for the possible effects of an ice storm headed towards the area.
Georgia state officials are moving resources north of metro Atlanta to prepare for the possible effects of an ice storm headed towards the area.
Second case of avian flu confirmed in Walker County poultry flock
The Georgia Department of Agriculture confirmed a second case of avian flu in Walker County. A flock of 16,000 chickens was depopulated as a precaution.
The Georgia Department of Agriculture confirmed a second case of avian flu in Walker County. A flock of 16,000 chickens was depopulated as a precaution.
Georgia Winter Storm: Current list of cancellations, closures, changes
As a winter storm approaches Georgia, several schools, businesses and events are adjusting schedules or announcing cancellations out of caution.
As a winter storm approaches Georgia, several schools, businesses and events are adjusting schedules or announcing cancellations out of caution.
Atlanta braces for major ice storm: What you need to know
Metro Atlanta and North Georgia are preparing for a massive, long-duration ice storm expected to be the most significant in over a decade. Meteorologists are tracking a specific atmospheric setup involving a "wedge" of cold air and a "warm nose" aloft that will likely result in heavy freezing rain rather than snow. Officials have already activated high-level emergency operations, and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport has deployed its "cold weather playbook," utilizing millions in new equipment to avoid the paralysis seen in 2014.
Metro Atlanta and North Georgia are preparing for a massive, long-duration ice storm expected to be the most significant in over a decade. Meteorologists are tracking a specific atmospheric setup involving a "wedge" of cold air and a "warm nose" aloft that will likely result in heavy freezing rain rather than snow. Officials have already activated high-level emergency operations, and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport has deployed its "cold weather playbook," utilizing millions in new equipment to avoid the paralysis seen in 2014.
DeKalb mobilizes 12,500 tons of salt and sand for weekend ice storm
DeKalb County has declared a state of emergency, closing all non-essential government buildings through the weekend.
DeKalb County has declared a state of emergency, closing all non-essential government buildings through the weekend.
DeKalb declares emergency ahead of major ice storm
Facing an incoming winter storm, DeKalb County officials have declared a state of emergency, mobilizing over 2,500 tons of salt and 10,000 tons of sand to combat icy roads. The response is a high-stakes "all hands on deck" operation, featuring 24/7 staffing, the opening of four dedicated warming centers for vulnerable residents, and a coordinated fleet effort to chain up emergency vehicles.
Facing an incoming winter storm, DeKalb County officials have declared a state of emergency, mobilizing over 2,500 tons of salt and 10,000 tons of sand to combat icy roads. The response is a high-stakes "all hands on deck" operation, featuring 24/7 staffing, the opening of four dedicated warming centers for vulnerable residents, and a coordinated fleet effort to chain up emergency vehicles.
Gwinnett County issues plea to drivers starting Saturday: 'Please stay off the road'
Gwinnett County officials issued a local state of emergency Friday, mobilizing all branches of government ahead of a "significant weather event."
Gwinnett County officials issued a local state of emergency Friday, mobilizing all branches of government ahead of a "significant weather event."
Florida man accused of throwing ketchup packet at man at St. Pete bus station: Police
A Florida man was arrested Monday after police say he threw an opened ketchup packet at a man while at a bus station, according to a St. Petersburg Police Department arrest affidavit.
A Florida man was arrested Monday after police say he threw an opened ketchup packet at a man while at a bus station, according to a St. Petersburg Police Department arrest affidavit.
Why a quarter inch of ice can snap power lines: Douglas County EMA director explains
Douglas County emergency officials are bracing for a dangerous ice storm as an upgraded weather system threatens widespread power outages.
Douglas County emergency officials are bracing for a dangerous ice storm as an upgraded weather system threatens widespread power outages.
Douglas EMA Director: ‘Ice weighs more than water’
James Queen, of the Douglas County Emergency Management Agency, said the National Weather Service upgraded the event's status at 1 p.m. Friday. The shift from a general winter weather event to an ice storm carries significant weight—literally.
James Queen, of the Douglas County Emergency Management Agency, said the National Weather Service upgraded the event's status at 1 p.m. Friday. The shift from a general winter weather event to an ice storm carries significant weight—literally.
Ice storm final countdown: What you should do right now to prepare
How to prepare now to survive indoors without electricity for at least 72 hours due to widespread ice-related power outages.
How to prepare now to survive indoors without electricity for at least 72 hours due to widespread ice-related power outages.
DEA discusses drug threats in Atlanta
The Drug Enforcement Agency held a command briefing to highlight the agencies priorities and efforts in the fight against Atlanta drug trafficking. Hear what the agency had to say about Fentanyl distribution in Atlanta.
The Drug Enforcement Agency held a command briefing to highlight the agencies priorities and efforts in the fight against Atlanta drug trafficking. Hear what the agency had to say about Fentanyl distribution in Atlanta.
Four dead in Lawrenceville shooting; suspect and victims identified
Four adults were killed in what police are describing as a domestic-related shooting in Lawrenceville. Three children survived by hiding in a closet, according to investigators.
Four adults were killed in what police are describing as a domestic-related shooting in Lawrenceville. Three children survived by hiding in a closet, according to investigators.
Atlanta airport preps for winter storm
Watch to find out how Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is preparing for this weekend's anticipated winter storm and hear about updates regarding flight cancellations.
Watch to find out how Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is preparing for this weekend's anticipated winter storm and hear about updates regarding flight cancellations.
GEMA activates full-scale emergency response as destructive ice storm approaches
GEMA is preparing for what officials are calling a "rare" and potentially devastating ice event that could trigger widespread, multi-day power outages and make travel "impossible" across the northern half of the state.
GEMA is preparing for what officials are calling a "rare" and potentially devastating ice event that could trigger widespread, multi-day power outages and make travel "impossible" across the northern half of the state.
GEMA update on ice storm preps | full press conference
In a recent press conference, officials from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) warned of a major winter storm expected to bring significant ice accumulations to North Georgia and metro Atlanta starting Saturday afternoon. Governor Kemp has issued a state of emergency for all 159 counties through January 29th, enabling full state resource deployment and activating the State Operations Center 24/7. Residents are urged to complete all storm preparations by today or tomorrow morning at the latest, as hazardous conditions will make travel difficult to impossible once the ice begins to build.
In a recent press conference, officials from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) warned of a major winter storm expected to bring significant ice accumulations to North Georgia and metro Atlanta starting Saturday afternoon. Governor Kemp has issued a state of emergency for all 159 counties through January 29th, enabling full state resource deployment and activating the State Operations Center 24/7. Residents are urged to complete all storm preparations by today or tomorrow morning at the latest, as hazardous conditions will make travel difficult to impossible once the ice begins to build.
Kevin Johnson: Former NFL defensive lineman's death being investigated as homicide
Kevin Johnson played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders in the 1990s. His cause of death is being investigated as a homicide.
Kevin Johnson played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders in the 1990s. His cause of death is being investigated as a homicide.