Atlanta-Fulton County EMA

Our first significant heat blast is here, with heat index values near 105° expected this week. Here are some tips for keeping you safe during the heat.

As temperatures rise, the City of Atlanta is opening a cooling center to help residents stay safe and hydrated. The cooling center will be open today, Monday, July 28, Tuesday, July 29, and Wednesday, July 30 from 11 AM to 6 PM. 📍 Selena S. Butler Park, 98 William Holmes…

Stay cool and hydrated with us!🚰💦 Due to the forecasted high temperatures, Sandy Springs City Hall will open as a cooling station Monday, July 28 through Wednesday, July 30 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dangerous heat index values near 105° are expected today. Stay hydrated, take breaks, & limit strenuous activities if outside!

It is going to be a hot one today, here are the expected heat indices (feels like temperatures) for this afternoon. Do what you can to stay hydrated and cool everyone! #gawx

Heat index values are expected to be near 103° this afternoon. Practice heat safety!

Dangerous heat will develop in Georgia by early next week. The most oppressive heat and humidity of the year thus far can be expected. Precautions should be taking to protect yourself, your family and you pets from the heat. #gawx

Do your reside or have a business in Fulton County and interested in receiving emergency notifications? Then register for the FALCON notification system by visiting: fultoncountyga.gov/falcon

As we round off the week and move into the weekend, chances for storms will gradually decrease, but temperatures will be on the rise. Some locations may see highs break 100 degrees on Sunday. Be cautious with any outdoor plans! #gawx

It’s Summer and the heat is on. How are you beating the heat?

🌡️Hot & humid conditions can be expected today with "feels like" temperatures near or above 100 for most of us. Isolated to scattered afternoon/evening showers & storms could provide brief relief for some areas. ⬆️Expect hotter conditions this weekend & early next week. #gawx

The Fulton County Board of Health has been notified of positive mosquito traps for West Nile Virus at two locations. Our mosquito vendor and our team are taking steps to handle the problem. For more information, visit our website or call 770-520-7500.

Flash Flood Warning including Atlanta GA until 10:45 PM EDT

We are proud to support the largest 10k in the world, the @ajcprr, as the multi-agency coordination center and medical branch.

Here's the latest forecast for the holiday weekend! 🎆 Coverage of afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms will gradually increase through the weekend into early next week, but we aren't seeing indications of severe weather. #gawx

The heat and humidity continue today, with heat index values ranging from 100 to 105 degrees. Stay hydrated, limit time outdoors, wear light clothing, and check on neighbors, the elderly, and other vulnerable populations.

The first heatwave of the season looks to peak tomorrow (Tuesday) and Wednesday, and a Heat Advisory has been issued for the majority of north and central Georgia. Exercise extreme caution if spending extended periods of time outdoors and practice good heat safety! #gawx

🚨 ACTIVE INCIDENT 🚒 AFRD crews are responding to a carbon monoxide call at the 900 block of Monroe Dr NE. Evacuations are underway at a few businesses there. 2 patients reported headaches. We're working to ensure everyone's safety — updates to follow. @ATLFireRescue

The Eastern U.S. faces a heat wave this week. The heat affecting the Midwest this weekend will move east as this week progresses. Georgia may see the first 100 degree temperatures of 2025 by midweek. #gawx

To support those affected, bottled water is available at the following distribution locations: - Fire Station 27 – 4260 Northside NW, Atlanta, GA 30327 - Fire Station 23 – 1545 Howell Mill Rd., NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 #ATLWatershed #ATLDWM