Cold Temperature Alert

City of Atlanta Winter Weather Update: Thursday, January 23, 2025, 5:30 PM 

The City of Atlanta will open warming centers ahead of colder temperatures.

 The warming centers will open:

• Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. – Friday, January 24 at 11:00 a.m.
• Friday, January 24 at 8:00 p.m. - Saturday, January 25 at 11:00 a.m.
• Saturday, January 25 at 8:00 p.m. - Sunday, January 26 at 10:00 a.m.

The first warming center will open at Central Park Recreation Center at 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta 30308.

The second warming center will open at Selena S. Butler Park at 98 WM Holmes Borders Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 for women and children only.

(Old Adamsville Recreation Center at 3404 Delmar Ln NW, Atlanta, GA 30331 will continue to serve as an overflow location.)

Transportation will be provided nightly 8:00 p.m. from the Gateway Center with return transportation provided by Fulton County from the Gateway Center upon deactivation.

Activation times are subject to change based on the updated National Weather Service forecast. 

City of Atlanta Winter Weather Update: Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 10:30 PM

The City of Atlanta continues to closely monitor the ongoing winter weather conditions and remains committed to ensuring the safety of its residents.

Your safety is our priority - please avoid driving and allow crews to treat the roads. Please stay inside and use extra caution if you must travel. Due to the freezing temperatures, some backroads are not clear.

Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT)

• ATLDOT pretreated with brine before the artic blast on Sunday on all priority roads to help mitigate the impact of winter conditions.
• Crews have been actively treating roads with salt since Tuesday. 
• The department advises residents to stay off the roads if possible to prevent accidents, while ATLDOT facilitates ongoing snow removal and icy treatment efforts.

Precautionary Measures:

• Do not travel unless absolutely necessary.
• If you must travel, exercise extreme caution.
• For the latest road conditions, call 511.

Warming Centers are Open

Warming centers are open through Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.

Locations:

- Central Park Recreation Center– 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 

- Selena S. Butler Park – 98 WM Holmes Borders Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 (Women and children only)

- Old Adamsville Recreation Center– 3404 Delmar Ln NW, Atlanta, GA 30331 (Overflow location)

Activation times are subject to change based on updated forecasts from the National Weather Service.

City of Atlanta Offices and Facility Opening

All City of Atlanta government offices will have a delayed start time of 10:00 AM on tomorrow Thursday, January 23, 2025.

Department of Public Works (DPW) Updates

• Garbage (no recycling) and bulk collections resume Thursday January 23, 2025.
• There will be service delays throughout the week.
• Garbage carts should be placed curbside until collected. Garbage collections will occur through Saturday.
• The regular collection schedule resumes Monday, January 27.

Department of Watershed Management

Water main breaks occur due to a variety of factors including changing weather after freezing temperatures. The accompanying graphic illustrates the common causes of such breaks, and the methodologies employed for their repair. Please click here to access a video that shows how water main breaks are addressed during adverse weather conditions.

Stay tuned to official updates on our social media platforms and check in on neighbors who might need assistance. Together, we can weather this storm safely

City of Atlanta Winter Weather Update: Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 3:30 PM

 City of Atlanta to Keep Warming Centers Open Ahead of Cold Weather

• Warming Center Locations:

  1. Central Park Recreation Center
     Address: 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
  2. Selena S. Butler Park (Women and Children Only)
     Address: 98 WM Holmes Borders Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
  3. Old Adamsville Recreation Center (Overflow Location)
     Address: 3404 Delmar Ln NW, Atlanta, GA 30331

• Operating Schedule:
  Warming centers will remain open until Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 1:00 PM.

• Transportation:
  Return transportation from the Gateway Center will be provided by Fulton County upon deactivation.

Please note that activation times are subject to change based on the updated National Weather Service forecast. 

City of Atlanta Winter Weather Update: Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 9:10 AM

Warming Centers Update:

• The City of Atlanta Warming Centers will remain open until 1 PM on Thursday, January 23.
• The centers will reopen on Thursday, January 23, at 8 PM to continue assisting those in need.

Locations:

- Central Park Recreation Center– 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308  

- Selena S. Butler Park – 98 WM Holmes Borders Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 (Women and children only)

- Old Adamsville Recreation Center– 3404 Delmar Ln NW, Atlanta, GA 30331 (Overflow location)

Transportation from the Gateway Center starts tonight at 8 p.m.

Activation times are subject to change based on updated forecasts from the National Weather Service.

Department of Watershed Management (DWM):

• DWM is actively monitoring roadway conditions in collaboration with the Atlanta Department of Transportation to identify and clear critical roadways. This ensures crews can access hazardous sites and carry out necessary repairs.
• DWM crews may experience delays in reaching certain locations that are currently difficult to access; however, work is ongoing.
• DWM has not implemented any service interruptions within its service area.
• For updates, stay tuned to local news outlets, and connect with us on social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Nextdoor, Ring, and Instagram @ATLWatershed.

City of Atlanta Winter Weather Update: January 21, 2025, 7:45 PM

The City of Atlanta continues to closely monitor the ongoing winter weather conditions and remains committed to ensuring the safety of its residents.

Your safety is our priority - please avoid driving and allow crews to treat the roads. Out of an abundance of caution, City of Atlanta offices will remain closed on Wednesday, January 22, with employees working virtually. Please stay inside and use extra caution if you must travel. Due to the freezing temperatures, some backroads are not possible. 

 Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT)

• ATLDOT has pretreated all priority roads to help mitigate the impact of winter conditions.
• The department advises residents to stay off the roads if possible to prevent accidents and facilitate ongoing snow removal efforts.

 Precautionary Measures:

• Do not travel unless absolutely necessary.
• If you must travel, exercise extreme caution.
• Ensure your vehicle has an extra flashlight, food, and water in case of emergency.
• For the latest road conditions, call 511.

Warming centers are open continuously through Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

Locations:

- Central Park Recreation Center– 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308  

- Selena S. Butler Park – 98 WM Holmes Borders Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 (Women and children only)

- Old Adamsville Recreation Center– 3404 Delmar Ln NW, Atlanta, GA 30331 (Overflow location)

Transportation from the Gateway Center starts tonight at 8 p.m.

Activation times are subject to change based on updated forecasts from the National Weather Service.

City of Atlanta Offices and Facility Closures

• Out of an abundance of caution, all City of Atlanta government offices, including Municipal Courts, will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Employees will be working virtually to continue essential services.
• All afterschool programming is canceled, along with recreation centers and golf courses.
• Any City of Atlanta-sanctioned events for the day will be canceled.

 Department of Public Works (DPW) Updates

• Due to weather conditions, DPW is suspending all garbage, recycling, yard debris, and bulk collections on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
• Bulk services originally scheduled for Wednesday, January 22 will occur on Tuesday, January 28. For questions dial 404-546-0311 or visit https://bit.ly/DPWWasteWizardTool.

The City of Atlanta is actively preparing for the anticipated winter weather and is taking measures to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents. To prioritize public safety, all City of Atlanta government offices, including Municipal Courts, will be closed with employees working virtually on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

Atlanta Department of Transportation 

ATLDOT has pretreated all priority roads and advises to stay off the roads if possible. 

Parks and Recreation 

All city-sanctioned events and Department of Parks and Recreation after school programs will also be canceled.

Warming Centers are Open

Warming centers will be open continuously from Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. through Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

Locations:

- Central Park Recreation Center– 400 Merritts Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308  

- Selena S. Butler Park – 98 WM Holmes Borders Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 (Women and children only)

- Old Adamsville Recreation Center– 3404 Delmar Ln NW, Atlanta, GA 30331 (Overflow location)

Transportation from the Gateway Center starts tonight at 8 p.m.

Activation times are subject to change based on updated forecasts from the National Weather Service.