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Emergency Notifications

When an emergency occurs, the City of Sandy Springs uses multiple channels to relay information to the community. Below are the major channels we use to communication with you.

SandySpringsGA.gov
During a severe weather, an emergency notification bar will display urgent information along the top of each page on the City's website. If the situation warrants (a major snow event for example) the Home page of the website will become a source for emergency information.

Social Media in Emergency Situations


We use social media outlets, in particular Facebook and Twitter, to provide you with real-time updates. Follow us on Twitter and like our Facebook page so you can stay connected. The Sandy Springs Police Department also shares information on its Facebook and Twitter pages, and Sandy Springs Fire Department has a Facebook page.

Tornado Warning Sirens


The tornado sirens are designed to overlap existing communication channels, providing an additional layer in the City’s multi-tiered approach in communicating emergency information to its residents. Our sirens are audibly tested the first Wednesday of each month. Testing is delayed if the forecast for the day calls for inclement weather. 

Sandy Springs Alerts


When an emergency happens, every second counts. Sandy Springs Alerts is an opt-in notification system. You choose the types of alerts you wish to receive—emergency notifications related to weather, power outages, safety issues, traffic, or simply emergency alerts. 

VoIP and 9-1-1


If you use Voice Over Internet Protocol for phone service, please make sure your land location is noted by your provider, to aid in 9-1-1 response. 

Other Resources


Ready.gov provides information the community can use to help prepare for a wide range of emergency events.

Hurricanes
Extreme Heat
Floods
Severe Weather
Winter Storms

 

Sign up to receive Emergency Alerts and Notifications

Emergency Notifications
Opt-in for Emergency Notifications to receive notices about severe weather, major power outages , and other safety concerns that might arise in Sandy Springs.

 

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