Gov. Brian Kemp activates State Operations Center as Hurricane Ian strengthens

As Hurricane Ian continues to strengthen, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Sunday that he will activate the State Operations Center on Monday, Sept. 26 to prepare for any potential impact from the storm.

 

The State Operations Center is a Multi-Agency Coordination Center used by local, state, federal and volunteer agencies to respond to disasters or emergencies requiring a coordinated response.

 

This activation of the State Operations Center is in coordination with Director Chris Stallings of the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency and the National Weather Service.

 

A press release from Gov. Kemp’s office states that although models suggest the storm could weaken before it makes landfall on Thursday, its ultimate route is still undetermined. Ian could result in severe weather damages for large parts of Georgia.

 

Gov. Kemp and GEMA/HS are closely monitoring the status and path of the storm and will provide updates as needed. Georgians are encouraged to remain weather aware and closely monitor weather forecasts. 

 

GEMA/HS has this hurricane preparedness resource for those who may find themselves in the path of Ian.

 

"I want to thank Director Stallings and his team, as well as our emergency management partners throughout the state who stand at the ready, ensuring Georgia is prepared for whatever this major storm system could bring," Gov. Kemp said in a press release. "I urge my fellow Georgians to monitor this storm as it evolves and calmly take the necessary precautions to keep their families and neighbors safe, if the storm continues to intensify. Throughout the week, I will work closely with GEMA/HS, the weather service, public safety organizations, and others to ensure we leave nothing to chance."