Volunteers manning the winter weather shelter in Rabun County want the public to know it is open and ready to receive anyone who needs help. Rabun is one of the few counties in Northeast Georgia to open a shelter during this severe weather event.
The Rabun County Warming Shelter is located in Gym #3 at the Rabun County Recreation Department at 400 Rabun County Park Drive in Clayton.
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Extreme Cold Warning
Between 3.5 and 8 inches of snow has fallen on the region since early Saturday, morphing North Georgia into a beautiful landscape. However, there are still hazards associated with this storm, including extremely cold temperatures.
North Georgia is under an Extreme Cold Warning from 7 p.m. Saturday to 10 a.m. Sunday. Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero are expected across Northeast Georgia, Western North Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina.
The three ‘P’s
These dangerously cold wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Take steps now to protect people, pets, and pipes.
- Dress in layers, including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
- To prevent water pipes from freezing, wrap or drain them or allow them to drip slowly.
- Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors.
- Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside, and make sure they are safely placed with fumes flowing away from any structure.
- Bring pets inside or provide an enclosed, warm shelter outside with plenty of water to keep them hydrated.
