Winter weather is expected to bring challenges across Georgia Friday, January 10, 2025.

Governor Brian P. Kemp today declared a statewide State of Emergency, effective immediately through Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in preparation for the approaching winter storm expected to impact Georgia beginning this Friday. The State of Emergency authorizes the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) to activate the State Operations Center (SOC) and mobilize any needed resources to address potential impacts.. 

Based on the weather information and guidance from GEMA indicating the potential for hazardous roadways, state agency offices will be closed this Friday, January 10, for all state offices located in all affected areas of the state in and north of Columbus, Macon, and Augusta. Teleworking should be utilized for all employees who are able.

Please take a minute to review the state's Inclement Weather Policy, including where to find out about state office closures. You might also want to review the State's recent advisory on absences due to emergency closures.

Governor Kemp urges all Georgians to remain weather alert and to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families. GEMA/HS will continue to provide ongoing updates regarding winter weather conditions via its website and social media accounts. Georgians are encouraged to monitor National Weather Service updates and local news stations.