Towns County Sheriff’s Office Hurricane Advisory

Towns County, GA – The Towns County Sheriff’s Office is bracing for remnants of Hurricane Irma as the storm tracks toward the Florida-Georgia coast. Hurricane Irma is expected to bring excessive wind and rain to the North Georgia area. Tropical storm force winds are predicted to arrive in southeast Georgia on Sunday.

As the remnants travel north, as forecasted by the latest models, the Towns County area should see some of the effects by late Sunday evening or early Monday morning.

Our area is expected to see heavier than usual traffic for the next few days as Florida and Georgia coastal residents seek refuge from the category 5 hurricane.

Local residents are encouraged to obtain their basic essentials – food, medicine, and gasoline, along with any other needed items prior to the arrival of the storm. Local residents are also advised to prepare for possible power outages due to the expected high winds.

Excessive rain may cause flooding in some areas. Never attempt to drive on roadways covered with water as automobiles can be swept away and flooded roadways often fail. Never attempt to cross downed power lines.

The Sheriff’s Office Operational Plan includes additional manpower to be on hand to respond to calls for service as the remnants of Hurricane Irma move over the Towns County area.

As the weather models are updated, additional information may be released. Please stay tuned to news and local weather reports.

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