TS Debby: Glynn County updates

Updated 1:57 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 6

From Glynn County Emergency, Tuesday at 10:35 a.m: The Emergency Operations Center and Emergency Shelter in Glynn County will both cease operations at noon today. The offices are set to reopen on Wednesday, August 7. Currently, the county and city are conducting a Damage Assessment to address the impact of the recent events. Public Works crews from both the City and County worked overnight to clean up debris and manage stormwater. Glynn County experienced 35 reports of downed trees, while the City of Brunswick had 3 reports. Additionally, power outages spiked at 9000 during Debby, but have since reduced to around 1000. Glynn County Schools are still on track to commence classes on Thursday, August 8. Today, maintenance work is underway on school facilities, and Open Houses are scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 7.

Storm shelters are open

Glynn County and Brunswick are opening an emergency shelter for individuals displaced by flooding or surging storm waters. The shelter will be located at Selden Park, 100 Genoa Martin Drive in Brunswick , and will open at 6 p.m. on Monday. The operators request that only those displaced by the storm seek refuge at this emergency shelter.

WEATHER CAMS

• Savannahcams full list
• Tybee north parking lot
• Tybee tower
• Savannah pilots dock
• Golden Isles cams
• Howard Gilman Park, St. Marys
• Thunderbolt cams
• Hinesville cams
• Landings Harbor Marina, Skidaway Island
• King & Prince cam

Sign up for emergency alerts

Sign up for CodeRed alerts at this site https://glynncounty.org/671/CodeRED The CodeRed Emergency Notification System is an ultra high-speed telephone communication service for emergency notifications. This system allows us to telephone all our targeted areas of the County in case of emergency situation that requires immediate action (such as a boil-water notice, missing child or other emergency notices).

State of Emergency declaration

1:04 p.m .: Both Glynn County Commission Chairman Wayne Neal and the City of Brunswick Mayor Cosby Johnson declared a State of Emergency this morning. This declaration allows the city and county to activate necessary ordinances, protect consumers from price gouging and expedite measures such as suspending building permits in the wake of the storm.

It also positions them for potential reimbursements from state and federal governments and ensures cooperation during cleanup operations. The emergency declaration will remain in effect until the county commission chairman declares the state of emergency complete, not just when the storm passes.

From Glynn County Emergency, Tuesday at 10:27 a.m: All Tropical Storm Warnings expired at 8 a.m. Debby is moving slowly northeast at approximately 7 mph. River flooding will still be possible today. Rain bands will continue to move through the region. There is a potential for 4-6 inches of rain and 1-2 inches is probable. The National Weather Service will discontinue the live briefings for the region, but they will continue to send updates. The Emergency Operations Center is still activated in Glynn County and is assessing damages and conditions this morning.

Storm Surge Watch

Flood Watch issued Aug. 5 at 4:54PM EDT until Aug. 6 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

* WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE…Portions of Florida, including the following areas, Baker, Bradford, Central Marion, Coastal Duval, Coastal Nassau, Eastern Alachua, Eastern Hamilton, Eastern Marion, Gilchrist, Inland Nassau, Northern Columbia, South Central Duval, Southeastern Columbia, Southwestern Columbia, Suwannee, Trout River, Union, Western Alachua, Western Clay, Western Duval, Western Hamilton, Western Marion and Western Putnam and southeast Georgia, including the following areas, Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, Clinch, Coastal Camden , Coastal Glynn , Coffee, Echols, Inland Camden, Inland Glynn , Jeff Davis, Northeastern Charlton, Northern Ware, Pierce, Southern Ware, Wayne and Western Charlton. * WHEN…Through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – Flash Flooding from Tropical Storm Debby. – Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Bridge Status

“The F.J. Torras Causeway will remain open unless there are water hazards and flooding. Sidney Lanier Bridge will remain open unless wind speeds reach 40 mph sustained. Any decision to close the Bridge will be made by Georgia Department of Transportation,” according to the 8:30 p.m. update posted by Glynn County Emergency Management on Facebook.

Emergency operations, closings

To ensure as smooth and effective response as possible, Glynn County has activated its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) at 1725 Reynolds Street.

• Glynn County offices – including courts – will close Tuesday. First responders and mission critical staff will be on duty to support community needs.
• The City of Brunswick offices will close Tuesday, August 6. First responders and mission critical staff will be on duty to support community needs.
• Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Regional Headquarters in Brunswick will be closed through Wednesday.
• Brunswick/Glynn Joint Water Sewer Commission will close Tuesday.
• Republic Services is opening on Wednesday, August 7th, the drop off centers will be open in Brunswick and St. Simons from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm with no charge. Regular pick-ups will also resume on Wednesday. Brunswick drop-off location is 550 Young Lane, Brunswick, GA 31520. St. Simons drop-off location is 100 Recycle Way, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
• Coastal Health District – closing Noon Monday, August 5
• Brunswick-Glynn County Library – closed on Monday, August 5 and Tuesday, August 6 ( Brunswick and SSI branches )
• Glynn County Schools – Schools and offices closed Monday, August 5 and Tuesday, August 6.  Open house on Wednesday, August 7.  First day of School, Thursday, August 8
• College of Coastal Georgia – The college will have reduced operations for faculty and staff on Tuesday, August 6. Students, faculty, and staff will be notified of any updates through the website, social media, emails and text messages. The College will continue to communicate with local and state agencies while monitoring weather conditions.

The Jekyll Island Authority has announced the following closures. Unless otherwise communicated, normal operations are expected to resume for these JIA facilities on Wednesday, August 7. All other facilities will remain open at this time. Any additional closures will be announced as necessary.

• JIA Administrative Offices
• Jekyll Island Tennis Center
• Jekyll Island Mini Golf & Bikes
• Jekyll Island Golf Club
• Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum
• Georgia Sea Turtle Center
• Life Is Good/Remember When/31•81 Retail Shops

The F.J. Torras Causeway will remain open unless there are water hazards and flooding. Sidney Lanier Bridge will remain open unless wind speeds reach 40 mph sustained. Any decision to close the Bridge will be made by Georgia Department of Transportation.

EMA Response: Glynn County Departments, with the City of Brunswick and Jekyll Island, are actively involved in preparedness activities in a coordinated response effort. Stay informed through local news and official Glynn County EMA communications.

Brunswick sandbags

Aug. 5, 9:15 p.m. The City of Brunswick is no longer providing sandbags or self-serve sandbag stations.

Aug. 5, 1:15 p.m. The City of Brunswick announced that sandbag distribution has been extended until 3pm on Monday, August 5th at 204 Old Jesup Road (Public Works Yard Entrance).

Supplies are limited, so residents are encouraged to bring their own bags.

Additional distribution locations are available:

• Fire Station 4 on St. Simons Island on Frederica, 3581 Frederica Rd.
• Pate Building in Downtown Brunswick, 1725 Reynolds St.
• Public Safety Complex on the north side of Animal Services, 157 Carl Alexander Way
• Fire Station 2 on St. Simons Island by the airport, 1929 Demere Rd.

Power Outages

Here are updated numbers on power outages across Glynn Count y , including Brunswick and St. Simons. It is unclear if the outages reported are storm or weather related.

Road closures

The City of Brunswick anticipates flooding in the following areas within the next 24 to 48 hours, leading the following roads to be closed as a response:

• Albany Street between the 1500-1600 block
• Lanier Boulevard south of Ocean Avenue
• Newcastle Street from Gloucester Street to Mansfield Street
• “L” Street around Lee Street
• Canary Street at Starling Place
• College Park neighborhood
• Riverside neighborhood

Key Impacts to Glynn County:

Timing: Excessive rainfall with flash flooding is likely through Wednesday morning. Wind, tornado, and marine impacts are also ongoing. Due to the expected slow motion of Debby, impacts could last into mid-week.

Glynn County is currently under a tornado watch and a storm surge warning for coastal areas.

Rainfall and Flooding: As much as 10-20 inches of rainfall are possible in some areas between the storm’s arrival and Friday.

We could expect 6-12 inches of rain, with potential for 12-20 inches if the storm slows. This could lead to flash flooding, inundation of homes, and road washouts. Moderate to major river flooding is possible.

Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) and the National Weather Service are forecasting heavy rains – possibly as much as twenty inches for some Georgia coastal areas – as “historic” with potential for extreme flooding and rainfall.

Wind: Tornadoes are possible on Monday and Tuesday. Forecasters also warn that storm surge of 2 to 4 feet is likely, but the primary threat is heavy rainfall which could last 36 – 48 hours beginning Monday afternoon.