Hall County Government officials remind the public to prepare for the incoming cold and of the County’s three community centers as places to escape the cold while North Georgia experiences temperatures below freezing through Wednesday.
“At this time, Hall County is under an Extreme Cold Warning, and confidence is continuing to increase in the potential for winter weather impacts beginning Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning,” Assistant County Administrator Casey Ramsey said. “Citizens are encouraged to begin prepping their homes for temperatures below freezing, and if they need a place to stay warm during normal operations, to please take advantage of Hall County’s three community centers.”
All Hall County community centers are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hall County community centers include:
- East Hall Community Center: 3911 P Davidson Road, Gainesville, GA 30507 | 678-450-1540
- Mulberry Creek Community Center: 4491 JM Turk Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 | 770-965-7140
- North Hall Community Center: 4175 Nopone Road, Gainesville, GA 30506 | 770-535-8280
As a reminder, community centers will only serve as temporary warming centers during normal business hours and will close if County facilities close due to inclement weather.
For those needing overnight accommodations, or in the event County facilities close, the Good News at Noon Gainesville facility at 881 Dorsey Street, Gainesville, GA 30501, will be available to the public from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m., as space allows. Citizens needing additional resources should reference Hall County’s Community Resource Guide for a list of organizations that may be able to provide support.
Additionally, Hall County Emergency Management is providing regular updates and preparation tips on Facebook, including tips to minimize risk when utilizing space heaters and fireplaces, dressing for extreme cold and preparing homes and pipes for the extended cold.
For questions or more information related to emergency preparedness, contact Hall County Emergency Management at [email protected] or visit Hall County Government online at hallcounty.org.
To sign up for free emergency and non-emergency alerts, visit alerts.hallcounty.org.