The Dade County Emergency Management Authority has shared that thunderstorms are expected to move into northwest Georgia after 6 PM this evening, with the most significant severe thunderstorm threat scheduled between 7 PM and 11 PM in northwest Georgia.
All Dade County, Georgia Storm Shelters will be OPEN this evening.
Shelter Rules and Guidelines(for all shelters) - Be kind, courteous, and respectful of others (you will be sharing space)
- No Smoking
- No Profanity (as there may be children present)
- Pets allowed but MUST be in crates or kennels (regardless of size)
- No alcoholic beverages
- Doors are to remain closed at all times. (Except when exiting and entering. These are specially weighted doors so propping them may cause damage)
- Clean up after yourself
- (Rules are subject to change)
About the New Shelters- FEMA Approved 361
- Will withstand winds of up to 250 mph.
- Will hold up to 260 people (allotting 5 square feet per person)
| What’s in the Shelters?In the 3 Stand alone Shelters - Chairs / Tables / Trashcans (please clean up after yourself)
- Restrooms
- Wi-Fi
- Weather Radio
- Telephone (for communication with E-911)
In the Justice Building and the Admin Building What to Bring- Folding Chairs, blankets, sleeping bags, pillows, etc.
- Medication / phone chargers
- Snacks / Drinks (No alcoholic beverages)
- Games / Entertainment for children
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