Hurricane Irma is slated to arrive in the metro Atlanta area during daylight hours on Monday, September 11th. Heavy rains and strong winds are likely and tornadoes could be possible from Monday into Tuesday which means we could also experience downed trees and loss of power.
Currently, all city buildings are scheduled to be open as normal on Monday and Tuesday.
Important phone numbers
- If you see hazardous or unsafe conditions in Decatur that are not life-threatening, call the non-emergency number: 404-373-6551.
- If you are in a life-threatening situation, call 911.
- Power outages or trees on power lines should be reported directly to Georgia Power: 1-888-891-0938.
Reminders
- Register now or update your Smart911 profile at Smart911.com. You can opt-in for severe weather and other notifications as well as create or update your Smart911 profile with any special medical concerns (such as a household member who uses medical equipment that requires electricity).
- Make sure you have at least a three day supply of necessities, including food, water, batteries, medicines and special items like diapers and pet food.
- If you live in the Northeastern corner of the City please delay setting out your recycling bins
- until next week if at all possible so that bins don’t blow away or become hazards.
- If we begin to experience heavy rain, the potential for flooding and downed trees greatly increases. We ask that you please do not park on the street if you have off street parking available, in order to keep the roadways clear for emergency vehicles.
- Charge all cell phones and put fresh batteries in emergency radios. When contacting loved ones, a text message is more likely to get through than a phone call.
- Secure patio and lawn furniture.
- Download the FEMA smartphone app for additional tips and emergency information.
- And don’t forget to be neighborly and take a few minutes to check on the seniors in your neighborhood and bring all pets inside.
