Rabun County Road Information

03/30/2026

Expect delays and periods of closure around #156 Taylors Chapel Road While we change out a culvert. Starting on Tuesday March 31st at 9:00 a.m. Thank you...RCRD

02/05/2026

We received a little snow last night in the higher elevations. Please be careful on the following roads Bald Mountain, Black Rock, Germany and in the Persimmon area. We will be out treating these areas...RCRD

02/02/2026

We will continue to work at the bad spots around the county. The areas in the shade that have been packed down are very difficult to deal with. We are salting them again in an effort to loosen it up some, and will continue to try and plow it off. We are doing all we can. Stay safe...RCRD

02/01/2026

Good morning! With the temps as low as they are salt is no longer effective in melting the snow/ice, we are going to need some help from mother nature in the thawing process. We will continue to do what we can. The more they are driven on the harder it is to clear. Road conditions will be bad for the next few days. Stay warm...RCRD

01/31/2026

It's the last day of January and we have had a flood, ice storm and now a snow, I hope February is kinder to us. While I have a little time I would like to thank all the volunteers that helped with clearing trees and roadways during the ice storm; Chad Dixon, Boyd Speed, Josh Bleckley, Matt Woods, Will Nichols, Darrin Giles and the many more that I don't know about. Thank you Wanda Henry for all the meals you have cooked, Jay Couey at Chick-Fila for all the food you have donated, Blue Hound BBQ and Ben Watts at Henry's Restaurant for feeding us as well. I'm sure I am missing others that have helped, please understand we are very great full. We will be monitoring the conditions this morning and will be ready to act. As of right not the snow it is supposed to stop snowing around noon. At this time there is not enough snow to plow and we would be scraping off the majority of our pretreatment. Once the Snow stops we will be out plowing and applying more material to our roads in an effort to clear all our roads. If you need live updates please tune in to WYAABobMcCraw, the modern day your Your Friend 4. Stay safe...RCRD

01/29/2026

Well I wish I was writing about abundant sunshine and a heat wave but unfortunately I am not. Below is NOAA's forecast. I will be watching the weather to see exactly when we will start pretreating some of our roads and moving forward with plowing. Stay safe...RCRD

Friday Night Snow likely, mainly after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20. Calm wind becoming north 5 to 7 mph after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.
SaturdaySnow, mainly before 1pm. High near 27. North wind 10 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.

01/26/2026

There are several slick spots out there this morning, we will continue to treat those spots and continue clearing trees. Be safe...RCRD

01/25/2026

Good Morning!! It looks like we have had a mix of freezing rain and sleet through the night that will continue through the day. The roads are extremely slick, DO NOT travel unless it is an emergency. The temperature is suppose to rise through out the day which will help in the clearing process. Please stay off the roads, the more they are traveled the harder it will pack down. I don't always get cold but when I do, I prefer a warm fire...Stay warm my friends!!

01/24/2026

I hope everyone has taken the time time to properly prepare for the storm. We started pretreating our roads last night and are about finish up. We will continue to monitor the weather and roads. We will be doing our best to clear roads and trees, but my first concern is the safety of my employees. If it becomes too dangerous we will pull back until it is safe to continue working.

* DO NOT PUT SALT ON A GRAVEL ROAD.
* Please, ONLY call 911 if you have an Emergency.
* If your power goes out, call your power company. Most of the time the power company already knows.

Stay safe...RCRD

01/22/2026

...WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING
THROUGH MONDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow and sleet
accumulations between 1 and 3 inches and ice accumulations between
one half and one inch possible.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Georgia, Piedmont and western North
Carolina, and Upstate South Carolina.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Monday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Significant ice accumulation on power lines and tree
limbs may cause widespread and long-lasting power outages. Ice and
snow covered roadways will become treacherous and impassable.
Widespread power outages are likely due to the weight of the ice
and snow on tree limbs and power lines. The outages could last for
days in some areas. The hazardous conditions could impact the
Monday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest snow and sleet accumulations are
possible north of I-40. Highest ice accumulations are possible
across the southern mountains of North Carolina, the mountains of
northeast Georgia, and the mountains of South Carolina.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.

01/21/2026

Rabun County Office of Emergency Management Winter Storm Preparedness Advisory For Immediate Release
Citizens and Visitors of Rabun County,
The Rabun County Office of Emergency Management is closely monitoring a potential winter storm system forecasted to impact our area this weekend. While forecast confidence continues to increase, the exact amounts and impacts are still being refined. However, residents and visitors are urged to prepare now for potentially hazardous winter conditions.
Due to Rabun County’s mountainous terrain and remote areas, some locations may become inaccessible during the storm. Public safety personnel may experience delays or limitations in reaching certain areas should conditions deteriorate; crews may have to remove large amounts of debris to access you. It is critical that residents, particularly those in remote or hard-to-reach locations, take immediate steps to prepare for the possibility of prolonged isolation.
Residents with medical needs that require electricity or specialized equipment are strongly encouraged to make arrangements now. This includes ensuring access to backup power or planning to stay with family or friends who have reliable backup power capabilities.
All residents and visitors should prepare for the possibility of extended power outages and limited travel for several days. Please consider the following preparedness actions:
• Have enough potable water for at least 72 hours, especially if you are not on a municipal water system
• Stock sufficient food, medications, and essential supplies for an extended period of time also including food and water for pets and animals
• Ensure you have a way to charge cell phones, including backup power banks
• Have flashlights with extra batteries readily available
• Avoid candles when possible and use battery-powered lighting
• Prepare a safe way to stay warm without power, such as layered clothing, blankets, and safe heating alternatives
• Keep vehicles fueled and parked safely, but avoid unnecessary travel during storm conditions
• Never use generators indoors or in basements, have extra fuel on hand
• If the need arises, Sheltering and warming facility will be located at the Rec Department Gym #3, if opened we will notify via social media and www.rabuncounty.ga.gov
Residents should also be prepared for the possibility that transportation may be severely limited or unavailable for several days following the storm, particularly in higher elevations and secondary roadways. Once the storm begins, all travel is strongly discouraged and should be restricted to extreme emergent conditions only. This measure is necessary to protect public safety and allow emergency services to operate without interference.
Now is the time to prepare. Taking action in advance can significantly reduce risk to you, your family, and emergency responders.
The Rabun County Office of Emergency Management will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available. Please monitor local media, official county communications, and emergency alerts for the latest information.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safety.
Brian A. Panell
Director
Rabun County Office of Emergency Management

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01/21/2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northeast Georgia, Piedmont
North Carolina, western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina.
DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

Hazardous weather is not expected at this time.
DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Confidence is increasing that a major winter storm will bring
significant wintry precipitation across the entire area this
weekend. Hazardous travel and power outages are likely and may
linger into early next week. Additionally, cold wind chills may
develop Monday night into Tuesday morning and a Cold Weather Advisory
may be needed. Make sure to stay up to date with the latest
information regarding the forecast as this is an evolving system.