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
Violent storms have become more prevalent in recent years, bringing with them heavy rains and flooding to Walker County… and on occasion, a tornado. This week, we look at how you can stay weather aware and be the first to know when you need to take action to protect yourself and your family. SUBSCRIBE to … Continue reading Walker This Week – Episode 3 (February 2, 2024)
Flintstone, GA - It's now known as the 2011 Super Outbreak. On April 27, 2011, the National Weather Service reported 216 confirmed tornadoes touched down across multiple states, including Georgia. 316 people lost their lives on that horrific day. An EF4 tornado that originated in Section, Alabama made its way into Georgia through Trenton before … Continue reading 10 Years after the Super Outbreak Impacted Walker County
Trion, GA - Now that power has been restored to main lines in the Highway 151/Halls Valley/Ramey Road area and the roads cleared and reopened, it is now safe for Walker County Emergency Management to assist with volunteer organizations wanting to help storm victims. If you are a storm victim and need assistance or a … Continue reading Connecting Walker County Storm Victims with Volunteer Organizations
Walker County, GA - Public Works crews have been identifying roads impacted by flooding today. Several areas will require repairs, as the ground around drainage tiles has eroded underneath the asphalt. The following roads remain closed: -Reo Road -Lake Howard at Arnold -McCarter Road -Shinbone Ridge (down to one lane near Possumtrot Branch) In addition, … Continue reading An Update on Storm Recovery Efforts in Walker County
Trion, GA - The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed the tornado that struck Walker County on April 12, 2020 was an EF2 that produced winds up to 125 miles per hour. The storm summary shows at its maximum strength, the tornado stretched 800 yards wide and traveled nearly 16 miles. NWS reports the tornado started … Continue reading National Weather Service Confirms EF2 Tornado Struck Walker County
Updated on 4/16/20 to reflect a change in the number of homes damaged and designation of the tornado. LaFayette, GA – The Easter Sunday storm that spawned an EF2 tornado in the Center Post community damaged at least 31 homes. Walker County Fire Rescue personnel made the finding during a preliminary damage assessment along a … Continue reading Walker County Fire Rescue Performs Damage Assessment Following Easter Sunday Storms
