Severe Weather March 15-16

Atlanta, we’re grateful that there are no reports of significant damage in our city following the storm. As we assess conditions, here are some important tips to Make the Right Call for post-storm damage:

Fallen Trees on Private Property: Homeowners are responsible for removal. Contact a local tree service for assistance.
Downed Trees in Public Areas: Call 311 to report trees blocking sidewalks or public spaces. Please note: If a public property tree falls on a home, the city handles it.
Trees Blocking Roads: Call 911 for immediate assistance.
Downed Power Lines: Report to Georgia Power at 1-888-891-0938. If there’s an immediate safety hazard, call 911.

City of Atlanta Watershed Management

We are aware of the water main break at Peachtree Road and Delmont Dr. NE, which will result in a temporary disruption of water service for residents and businesses starting at 2:30 PM. Watershed crews are onsite addressing the issue.

We will continue to update the community and businesses throughout the repair process, which could extend until the evening. For more information, follow the City of Atlanta and the Department of Watershed Management on social media and visit DWM's Water Service interruption Map at https://dapp.atlantawatershed.org/app/wsi/index.html. 

The City of Atlanta will open emergency shelters ahead of severe weather.

The shelters will open:

• Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. – Sunday, March 16 at 10:00 a.m.

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

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

Transportation will be provided at 6:00 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. 

The City of Atlanta Office of Emergency Preparedness is closely monitoring the severe weather expected this weekend.

What to Expect:

• Saturday Night into Sunday: Severe thunderstorms are expected to impact all of North and Central Georgia, including Atlanta. The main threats from these storms are damaging winds, strong tornadoes, large hail, and heavy rain with flash flooding.

City of Atlanta Response:

• Department of Watershed Management (DWM): Crews are actively clearing storm drains and inspecting flood-prone areas to minimize the risk of flooding.
• Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT): Clearing curved inlets and addressing known trouble spots on roadways to ensure drainage systems are prepared.
• Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Forestry: Teams are on standby and ready for downed tree response.
• Department of Public Works (DPW): On standby for debris removal and management following the storm.

What You Can Do:

• Sign Up for Notifications: Stay informed about city alerts and updates by signing up for NotifyATL. Text NotifyATL to 24639 or visit atlantaga.gov/notifyatl to enroll.
• Know Where to Seek Shelter: In the event of a tornado warning, take shelter in the lowest level of your home (a basement is ideal), or find an interior room away from windows, like a bathroom or closet.
• Track the Storm: Keep your devices charged and stay tuned to local news for updates on the weather.

In the event of a tornado warning:

• Seek shelter immediately on the lowest possible level of your dwelling.
• Go to an enclosed interior room, away from windows.
• Protect your head and neck from flying debris with your hands, arms, pillows, blankets, or furniture.
• If you live in a high-rise or cannot access the lowest level, find a safe spot in an interior room away from windows, an interior stairwell, or an interior breezeway.
• Follow local media or a weather outlet for updates on the weather.

MAKE THE RIGHT CALL on when to call 311 (non-emergency) versus 911 (emergency):

• Non-Emergency Issues (Call 311):
• Potholes on city streets
• Water leak or water main break
• Traffic signal repair/replacement
• Requesting a new sidewalk
• Bulk collection request
• Code Enforcement issues
• Supportive Services
• Finding court information
• Tree inspections
• And more
• Emergency Issues (Call 911):
• Medical emergencies
• Active outdoor burning
• Drug activity in progress
• Requesting police to direct traffic
• Missing person reporting
• Welfare check on an Atlanta resident
• Receiving threatening calls
• Car accidents with serious injuries
• Situations of immediate danger
• And more

Stay safe, stay informed, and make sure you’re prepared for the weather this weekend.