Emergency shelters open in Middle Georgia ahead of Hurricane Helene. What you need to know

The Middle Georgia area is under severe weather watches ahead of Hurricane Helene’s expected landfall late Thursday.

As the storm strengthens, several organizations and agencies have opened their doors as evacuation shelters.

Here is a list of emergency shelters county-by-county:

Houston County

• Rigby’s Entertainment Complex at 2001 Karl Drive, Warner Robins. All welcomed. Pet-friendly. Bring own pillows, blankets and comfort items.

• Homeless Shelter at No Limit Baptist Church on 1352 Radio Loop in Warner Robins slated to open around 6 p.m. on Thursday.

Monroe County

The Monroe County Emergency Management Agency is activating four emergency evacuation shelters. The shelters will open at 4 p.m. on Thursday, and they remain open until 5 p.m. on Friday, unless weather changes cause the shelters to change hours. Evacuees are encouraged to bring their own non-perishable food items.

• New Providence Baptist Church at 260 Highway 41 South
• Monroe County Recreation Department at 100 Dan Pitts Drive

• Culloden City Hall at 9 College Street

• High Falls Station 2 at 42 Towaliga River Drive. This is the only pet-friendly location.

Peach County

• Matthews-Scippio Impact Center has been designated as a shelter for Thursday night. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Thursday, and dinner will be served.

This list may be updated as more shelters are announced.