Weather Alert

FEMA has opened a Disaster Recovery Center in Bulloch County at the Kiwanis Ogeechee Fairgrounds to provide one-on-one help for Georgians affected by Hurricane Helene. Anyone in Georgia impacted can come to any of the Disaster Recovery Centers centers which are open Monday to Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Read the story for full list of centers and more information on how to get FEMA assistance.

This week, hundreds of Baptists from across Georgia have gathered in Statesboro for the 2024 annual meeting of the Georgia Baptist Convention. While the meeting brings a significant economic boost to the city, attendees are also making a positive impact through local service projects aimed at supporting residents affected by recent hurricanes.

UPDATE 6:40pm 11/7 - I-16 has been re-opened. Bulloch County is grappling with widespread flooding after heavy rains swept through the area overnight, prompting road closures and detours across the region. Westbound I-16 at mile marker 113 has been temporarily closed due to high water, with local officials advising drivers to find alternate routes.

Heavy overnight rains dumped more than 8 inches across parts of Bulloch County, leading to widespread flooding, road closures, and evacuations. Emergency crews are actively responding as water levels remain high, with additional rainfall expected through Thursday night.

The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a flash flood warning for Bulloch County and surrounding areas, with heavy rains threatening life-threatening flooding through mid-morning Thursday, Nov. 7. Residents are urged to exercise caution, as saturated grounds and rising waters pose serious risks across several communities.

Heavy rain is expected to continue drenching Bulloch County and nearby areas, leading the National Weather Service to issue a flood watch through Thursday evening. The storm system could bring up to seven inches of rain, raising the risk of flash flooding across southeast Georgia and parts of South Carolina.

Volunteers are needed to join this initiative which aims to clear debris, remove fallen trees, and provide critical support to residents impacted by the disaster. Citizens, including skilled chainsaw crews and heavy equipment operators, are urgently needed to aid in this relief effort.

Representative Lehman Franklin secured a $10,000 contribution from GADA to Bulloch Strong, a nonprofit dedicated to long-term disaster recovery in Bulloch County. This contribution plays a crucial role in supporting the community's recovery efforts following Hurricane Debby and Helene.

Zenni Optical is offering free reading glasses in a variety of magnifications as well as sunglasses to residents affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, providing much-needed eyewear to those in impacted areas.

If your home was damaged by Tropical Storm Debby or Hurricane Helene but is still safe to live in, you might be eligible for some cleanup assistance. Check below to see if you qualify for up to $300 from FEMA.