Social Media In Emergency Situations

During emergencies, the City of Sandy Springs uses multiple communication channels to quickly share important public safety information with residents and visitors.

Sandy Springs Alerts is one of the City’s primary emergency communication tools and provides notifications related to severe weather, public safety incidents, and other emergency situations.

Tornado sirens are also activated when tornado warnings are issued for the Sandy Springs area.

Social Media During Emergencies

During emergencies and major incidents, the City also uses social media platforms to provide timely updates and public information.

• City of Sandy Springs on X — Traffic updates, road closures, emergency alerts, and transportation-related information
• City of Sandy Springs Facebook Page — Community updates, emergency communications, and public information
• Sandy Springs Police Facebook Page — Public safety updates, police-related emergency information, and breaking news