Winter Weather Preparedness Week Begins December First

(ATLANTA) – As winter approaches, the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) along with the National Weather Service (NWS) is getting ready for Winter Weather Preparedness week, set for Dec. 1-5. This week encourages Georgians to educate themselves about winter weather threats, update or develop a family communications plan, and ensure their Ready Kits are equipped with essential items to prepare for winter weather.

“As we saw earlier this year, the impacts of winter weather can be felt across the entire state of Georgia,” said GEMA/HS Director Josh Lamb. “We want our residents to prepare for winter weather before it hits so they are not caught off guard.”

Winter Weather Preparedness Week is designed to raise awareness of winter weather hazards and reinforce understanding of winter weather terminology. Each day during Winter Weather Preparedness Week, GEMA/HS will share winter weather preparedness information through our social media channels to help Georgians protect their families and homes during a winter storm.

Each day of the campaign will address the following topics:

Monday, Dec. 1: Winter Weather in Georgia – learn about winter weather hazards that can impact the state of Georgia, such as snow, ice, freezing temperatures, and sleet.

Tuesday, Dec. 2: Winter Weather Terminology – learn about winter weather "alerts" (watches, warnings and advisories) and what they mean.

Wednesday, Dec. 3: Winter Weather Preparation Tips – learn how to best prepare for winter weather events and put together a Ready Kit while making a plan before winter weather strikes.

Thursday, Dec. 4: Winter Weather Driving Tips/Safety – learn "best practices" for driving (if necessary) in winter weather conditions and how to pack a mobile Ready Kit.

Friday, Dec. 5: Winter Weather Outlook for 2025-26 season – resources for learning where and how to stay informed of weather forecasts.

For tips and tools to get ready for winter weather, visit www.gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare/ready-georgia . Additional preparedness information is available from your local EMA Director .

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As part of the Office of the Governor, the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency collaborates with local, state and federal governments in partnership with private sector and non-governmental organizations to protect life and property against man-made and natural emergencies. GEMA/HS’s Ready Georgia website and preparedness campaign provides Georgians with the knowledge needed to effectively prepare for disasters. Go to gema.georgia.gov/plan-prepare/ready-georgia for information on developing a custom emergency plan and Ready kit.