Peach County Emergency Management Agency

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09/06/2026

Good evening, everyone -- Numerous thunderstorms are expected across North and Central GA on Sunday afternoon and evening. Several may be strong to severe, capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail, frequent lightning, and locally heavy rainfall.

If you or someone in your home has a disability, you may need to take additional steps to stay safe. After a disaster yo...
09/04/2026

If you or someone in your home has a disability, you may need to take additional steps to stay safe. After a disaster you may not have access to a medical facility or even a drugstore. It’s crucial to plan for your daily needs and know what you would do if they became limited or unavailable.

Today's Prep Tip: Keep emergency contact cards in everyone's wallet and backpack. Include an out-of-state contact. They ...
09/03/2026

Today's Prep Tip: Keep emergency contact cards in everyone's wallet and backpack. Include an out-of-state contact. They may be easier to reach during a local emergency.

Is your household ready if an emergency happens? Preparedness starts at home. Take time today to create andpractice an e...
09/02/2026

Is your household ready if an emergency happens? Preparedness starts at home. Take time today to create and
practice an emergency plan so everyone knows what to do.
• Pick a safe place to meet
• Assign responsibilities
• Practice how to leave safely
• Make a plan on how to stay in touch
Take time this National Preparedness Month to learn your risks and plan ahead: gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare.

starts today! This week’s theme is "Make a Plan.” Know what could happen where you and your family live. This helps yo...
09/01/2026

starts today! This week’s theme is "Make a Plan.” Know what could happen where you and your family live. This helps you figure out what you need to do to stay safe. For more information about specific hazards, visit our website at https://gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare/storms-disasters.

08/13/2026

Peach County Alert:

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT FRIDAY... ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 107.
For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, southeast, and west central Georgia.

* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM EDT this evening.
For the second Heat Advisory, from noon to 8 PM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

08/12/2026

Peach County Alert:

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, southeast, and west central Georgia.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

08/06/2026

Alert: Peach All Hazards

A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northeastern Macon, southeastern Peach and Houston Counties through 815 PM EDT
Special Weather Statement issued August 6 at 7:27PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
At 727 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Moss Oak, or near
Perry, moving north at 5 mph.

HAZARD...Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.

Locations impacted include...
Perry, Fort Valley, Warner Robins, Byron, Saint Louis, Meadowdale,
Sand Bed, Houston Lake, Elko, Grove Park, Lakewood, Powerville, Moss
Oak, Bonaire, Henderson, Miami Valley, Kathleen, and Clinchfield.
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

08/02/2026

Alert: Peach All Hazards

Strong thunderstorms will impact portions of western Macon, southeastern Marion, northeastern Webster, west central Peach, southwestern Crawford, Schley, northwestern Sumter and central Taylor Counties through 130 PM EDT
Special Weather Statement issued August 2 at 1:02PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
At 101 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line
extending from Reynolds to near Murrays Crossroads to near
Draneville, and moving northeast at 25 mph.

HAZARD...Winds 40 to 50 mph, frequent lightning and heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary
street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.

Locations impacted include...
Butler, Ellaville, Reynolds, Ideal, Putnam, Murrays Crossroads,
Whitewater State Park, Nakomis, Fountainville, Rupert, La Crosse,
Garden Valley, Draneville, Hicks, Potterville, Friendship, Doyle,
Bumphead, Church Hill, and Bartlett.
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Motorists
should slow down and be prepared for possible loss of control due to
hydroplaning.

08/02/2026

Alert: Peach All Hazards

A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of northeastern Macon, Peach, west central Houston, south central Crawford and east central Taylor Counties through 1245 PM EDT
Special Weather Statement issued August 2 at 12:16PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA
At 1216 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Fort Valley, moving
northeast at 15 mph.

HAZARD...40 to 50 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to
ground lightning.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of
light, unsecured objects.

Locations impacted include...
Perry, Fort Valley, Marshallville, Saint Louis, Whitewater State
Park, Nakomis, Garden Valley, Wi******er, Hicks, Potterville, Miami
Valley, and Powerville.
People outdoors should seek shelter immediately. If you can hear
thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

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1770 U A Highway 341
Fort Valley, GA
31030

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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