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Sheltering

The National Hurricane Center provides the general guidance that evacuees should "run from the water and hide from the wind"-- meaning that historically the storm surge is the most deadly threat from a hurricane. ...Read More

Nursing Home Evacuation Guide

Download → Nursing Home Evacuation Guide (PDF - 67 kb)... ...Read More

Special Medical Needs Clients Urged to Register with the Health Department

The Chatham County Health Department maintains a Special Needs Registry which consists of residents who may require medical assistance during emergency situations. ...Read More

PET EMERGENCY PLANNING GUIDE

Pets are treated like a family member in many households across the country.  According to a 2010 report, 53% of Chatham County residents have pets and nearly all of those residents do plan to take their pets with them if... ...Read More

DISASTER SUPPLY KIT AND PLANNING TIPS

If a disaster or an emergency should hit your area, it's important to make sure you are prepared.  Here are some tips to follow in case you are faced with a worst case scenario.   • Discuss the type of hazards that... ...Read More

Storm Surge: What it Means

2011 Chatham County GA (Savannah) Storm Surge Map ...Read More

Siren Map

Chatham County Warning Siren System The Chatham County Warning Siren System is used to notify residents of danger within their community. Once heard, residents should go inside and listen to their radio or television for any advisories for their area.... ...Read More

Kids

Check back here soon for some Emergency Preparedness information just for kids! ...Read More

Threat Condition Definitions

The Department of Homeland Security uses a color-coded threat level system to inform public safety officials and the general public about their risk of a terrorist attack. The following information is from the Department of Homeland Security:... ...Read More

Hurricane Preparedness Guides

Hurricane season is over, but that doesn't mean we should stop thinking about preparedness. Review your hurricane plans and stock up on supplies now before the next hurricane season begins June 1st. Preparing in advance can save you a lot... ...Read More

Storm Ready Community

Chatham County is Storm Ready! ...Read More

Public Transportation & Sheltering Guide

Download → Public Transportation & Sheltering Guide (PDF - 99 kb)... ...Read More

Man-Made Emergency Guide

Download → Man-Made Emergency Guide (PDF - 81 kb)... ...Read More

Hospice Planning Guide

Download → Hospice Planning Guide (PDF - 51 kb)... ...Read More

Hurricane Planning Guide

Download → Department Hurricane Planning Guide (PDF - 100 kb)... ...Read More

Family Emergency Preparedness

Download → Complete Handbook for Family Emergency Preparedness (PDF - 200 kb)... ...Read More

Tornado

All about tornadoes, including what to do during a watch or warning. ...Read More

Terrorism

Department of Homeland Security - Ready.gov ...Read More

Siren Program

Conditions of warnings and sound samples. ...Read More

School Safety

School safety and emergency planning for schools has moved to the forefront for many school districts and emergency agencies nationwide. Georgia Emergency Management is leading the way in school safety planning and training not only in Georgia but nationwide. CEMA is following that lead on the local level. ...Read More

Senior Citizen Hurricane Action Guide

This product is designed with the senior and retiree in mind. Generally speaking, seniors and retirees have the advantage of more discretionary time than most others. ...Read More

Hurricanes

The links below will take you to pages with more detailed information on hurricane development:... ...Read More

Hazardous Materials

A hazardous materials accident can occur anywhere. Find out how to protect yourself. ...Read More

Flooding

10 Facts that every Unincorporated Chatham County Resident should know. ...Read More

Evacuation Maps

Chatham Co. Evacuation Maps ...Read More

Emergency Operations Plan

Review the Chatham County EOP ...Read More

Earthquake

The historical record of earthquakes in the southeastern United States and Georgia makes it clear that earthquakes and their associated seismic hazards exist. ...Read More

All Hazard Emergency Planning

Quick tips on preparation from your local emergency personnel. ...Read More

Educate Yourself

Across the country questions of "What does a condition 'yellow' mean to my family?" or "What does this mean to a business, school or local government?" remained. The Emergency Management Division has recognized the need and developed a set of... ...Read More

Be Prepared

The likelihood of you and your family surviving a house fire depends as much on you having a working smoke detector and an exit strategy, as well as a well trained fire department. The same is true for surviving a... ...Read More

Notifications

CEMA Alert: The Chatham Emergency Management Agency has an email group reserved for information dissemination. If you would like to subscribe to CEMA_Alert and receive important emergency information directly to your email, please click here. LEPC News: The Local Emergency... ...Read More

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National Threat Advisory

Savannah GA Weather

Overcast and 62 F at Savannah International Airport, GA
Overcast
Winds are South at 8.1 MPH (7 KT). The pressure is 1009.0 mb and the humidity is 84%. The wind chill is 61. Last Updated on Feb 22 2012, 8:53 pm EST.

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