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CEMA Presentation Request
Interested in CEMA coming to speak to your organization or attend your event? Submit a request here!
Chatham County Disaster Faith Network
Are you a member of a House of Worship in Chatham County? You should consider joining Chatham County's Disaster Faith Network!
Disaster Recovery Assistance for Chatham County Residents
Are you aware that federal assistance is available for Chatham County residents affected by Tropical Storm Debby and Hurricane Helene? Check on the resources available here.
Hurricane Helene Recovery Updates
Chatham County’s critical workforce has been operating at full capacity to support recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene.
How to report fallen trees, yard debris following Hurricane Helene
Following Hurricane Helene, many trees in Chatham County have fallen or been uprooted on both public and private property.
Individual Assistance Available for Residents Affected by Tropical Storm Debby
Chatham County residents affected by Tropical Storm Debby and the subsequent flooding are now eligible for individual assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency after President Joe Biden granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Georgia Tuesday.
Tropical Storm Debby and River Flooding Documentation
Documentation for Tropical Storm Debby and river flooding such as local State of Emergencies, Judicial Orders, and Press Releases
Rapid Response Disaster Fund for Chatham County Following Tropical Storm Debby
If a homeowner has damage to their home or property, they can call 1-844-965-1386 to register for voluntary agency assistance.
Crisis Cleanup Following Tropical Storm Debby
Call 1-844-965-1386, and let us help you.
Community Damage Reporting Portal
Report Damage from Tropical Storm Debby with Community Damage Reporting Portal
Groundbreaking of New Multi-Agency Public Safety Facility
On May 30, 2024, we celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Chatham County Multi-Agency Public Safety Facility, which will be CEMA's new home!
Re-Entry Post Disaster
The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency has a Re-Entry process post disaster
Hurricane Prep For Your Trees!
Check out this hurricane preparedness guide for your trees by the Savannah Tree Foundation!
Keep Up to Date with Road Closures
Stay up to date with road closures by downloading the Waze app or viewing this map
Functional Access and Medical Needs Preparedness Tips
Do you have a functional, access or medical need? Take a look at these great tips to help you prepare for the 2021 hurricane season!
Register for CEMA Alerts TODAY!
Watch this short video to see a step by step tutorial on how to register for alerts!
Hurricane Preparedness Week
May 9-15 is Hurricane Preparedness Week in Chatham County! Are you prepared?
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is intended to assist households that are unable to pay rent and utilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
CEMA's NEW Podcast: Y'all Ready For THIS?
Join us each week as we explore a new part of emergency management and preparedness in Chatham County! Take 15 minutes out of your day to learn something that could help save your life!