While the groundhog predicted an early spring, winter is not over yet! There is still the potential of freezing precipitation, as well as the probability of severe thunderstorms as warmer temperatures and instability mix with cooler temperatures.
To make sure residents are prepared, the Habersham County Storm Team 2024 is a group of the county’s public safety leaders and utility providers who meet to discuss being ready when severe weather or other events occur.
The team consists of the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Services, E-911 / Emergency Management Agency, Public Works and Road Department. Also represented are the Commissioners’ Office, County Manager, Public Information, Information Technology, Facilities Maintenance, Finance, Radio System, and Parks and Recreation.
Utility partners from Georgia Power Co., Habersham Electric Membership Corp., and Kinetic by Windstream are actively involved in ensuring a safe response for responders during power and other utility restoration efforts.
Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Georgia begins Monday, Feb. 5, and continues through Friday, Feb. 9.
Watch the Habersham County Facebook page for more information on each day’s awareness campaign.
