Georgia Emergency Preparedness
Based on 51 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Georgia.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in Georgia
Hurricane (10 declarations)
Low Severe Storm (17 declarations)
Moderate Tornado (11 declarations)
Low Flood (8 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Georgia has had 51 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 17
Tornado 11
Hurricane 10
Flood 8
Severe Ice Storm 2
Tropical Storm 1
Biological 1
Freezing 1
Recent Declarations
Hurricane Helene 2024-09-30
Tropical Storm Debby 2024-09-24
Hurricane Idalia 2023-09-07
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Tornadoes 2023-01-16
Severe Storms And Tornadoes 2021-05-05
Preparedness Tips for Georgia
- ✓ Keep a hurricane kit stocked with at least 7 days of supplies during hurricane season (June through November)
- ✓ Know your evacuation zone and plan multiple routes out of town
- ✓ Install impact-resistant windows or keep plywood pre-cut for boarding up
- ✓ Store important documents in waterproof containers
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Generator
Power outages lasting days or weeks are common after hurricanes
Water Filtration
Storm surge and flooding can contaminate municipal water
Emergency Food Supply
Supply chains can be disrupted for extended periods