Shelter Available at Saddle Ridge School on April 2, 2024

Posted on by Joe Legge
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Walker County Emergency Management will open a shelter at 3:00 p.m. today at Saddle Ridge School (9858 N. Highway 27, Rock Spring) for those in need of a safe place to stay until some potentially severe weather passes. Those planning to shelter at this location should bring their own snacks and drinks, along with other … Continue reading Shelter Available at Saddle Ridge School on April 2, 2024

National Weather Service Designates Walker County as a StormReady County

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LaFayette, GA (June 16, 2021) – The National Weather Service (NWS) has designated Walker County as a StormReady County. The four-year designation provides continued recognition of the county’s efforts to reach a high level of severe weather preparedness. “Walker County is doing its part to minimize the vulnerability of our citizens to extreme weather events,” … Continue reading National Weather Service Designates Walker County as a StormReady County