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Weather Alert | Heat Advisory for Bulloch and Surrounding Counties
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a Heat Advisory for Bulloch and surrounding counties on Sunday, June 30, 2024 until 7 pm. The heat index values could be as high as 110 degrees today. HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL TO 7 PM EDT THIS EVENING WHAT Heat index values up to 110 expected. WHERE Bulloch, Candler, Evans, Jenkins and Tattnall Counties WHEN Until 7 PM EDT this evening. IMPACTS Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Forecast Click here to view the NWS Charleston Weather Forecast PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS Drink plenty of fluids Stay in an air-conditioned room Stay out of the sunshine Check up on relatives and neighbors Young children and pets should never be left...
Tragic accident claims life of pedestrian on Highway 301 South
A man tragically lost his life after being struck by a car while attempting to cross U.S. Highway 301 South on Friday evening outside of Statesboro, GA in Bulloch County. The incident occurred around 9:14 p.m. near Buddy's Truck Stop, located at 8741 South U.S. Highway 301. Bulloch County 911 quickly dispatched multiple emergency units to the scene, including Bulloch County Sheriff's Deputies, Georgia State Patrol (GSP) Troopers, Bulloch County EMS, and Bulloch County Fire. According to Sergeant Robbie Scott of GSP Post 45, the man was in the process of crossing the highway when the unfortunate collision occurred. Bystanders and first...
Portion of Hwy 301 in Statesboro closed for an investigation
STATESBORO, Ga. — In Bulloch County, a portion of a highway in Statesboro is closed due to an ongoing investigation. Deputies say they expect Highway 301 Northbound between Clito Road and Old River Road to be closed until daylight. People in the area are also without power and will...
Bulloch Commission supports Bryan County wells, residents outraged
BULLOCH COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) – Bulloch County leaders reached a controversial vote Thursday night, voting in favor of four Bryan County wells. Around 75 or more Bulloch residents attended the meeting, concerned about the four new groundwater wells being built in their backyards. “This is a lot more than just putting in wells,” said speaker […]
Armed Robbery in Statesboro Leads to Crash and OIS, Suspect Deceased, GBI Investigating
Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded Thursday night to an armed robber at the Marathon Store on Hwy 80 East and observed the suspect vehicle, a large U-Haul truck. As deputies pursued the truck, it struck multiple law enforcement vehicles and almost hit deputies. Deputies followed the truck out Hwy 301 North past Clito Road, where Georgia State Troopers were able to stop the truck with a PIT Maneuver. The truck left the road, hit a power pole, and ended up in a wooded area. Ignoring verbal commands, the suspect then drove the truck toward the deputies. Multiple deputies and a trooper fired at him, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. GBI is conducting an independent investigation. The suspect’s body will be taken to the GBI Crime Lab in Pooler for an autopsy.
Man Dies in Police Shooting After U-Haul Chase in Bulloch County
A man was killed in a police shooting following a high-speed chase in Bulloch County on Thursday. The incident began with an armed robbery report and ended when the suspect allegedly drove a U-Haul truck toward deputies. 🚔 What’s Happened:. The chase began after a reported armed robbery...
Armed robbery, officer-involved shooting in Bulloch Co.
BROOKLET, Ga. (WSAV)- The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating after an armed robbery that turned into a chase, and ended in an officer involved shooting occurred near Brooklet late Thursday night. Around 9:54 p.m., BCSO received a call for an armed robbery at the Marathon Store on Hwy 80 East. Deputies reportedly noticed […]
Stuff the Bus returns to Bulloch County for its 11th year; Drop-off deadline is July 16
For the eleventh consecutive year, Prevent Child Abuse Bulloch and United Way of Southeast Georgia are partnering for their annual Back to School Supply Drive—Stuff the Bus. “With community support for this year’s schools supply drive, we can make sure that all students have the necessary school supplies for a successful school year,” said Lora Cooper, executive director of Prevent Child Abuse Bulloch. Cooper went on to say, “We partner with the Bulloch County Board of Education staff to identify children in need of school supplies. All school supplies are given directly to each public elementary, middle, and high schools in Bulloch...
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