Press Releases

DeKalb County continues to respond to the impacts of Winter Storm Fern, with countywide operations focused on road safety, emergency response, power restoration coordination, and resident support. The County remains under a declared State of Emergency, and federal assistance has been approved to support local response efforts. The federal government has approved FEMA Emergency Declaration 3632, allowing reimbursement to assist DeKalb County and other local governments with expenses incurred to protect life and property during the storm.

Due to continued inclement winter weather conditions, all DeKalb County government offices, buildings, and in-person County-sponsored programming will remain closed and canceled through Tuesday, January 27, 2026. County employees should not report to County facilities during this period. Employees who are able to work remotely are expected to do so, unless otherwise directed by their department leadership. Employees whose duties cannot be performed virtually will receive specific instructions from their respective departments.

DeKalb County has activated a coordinated, countywide response in advance of severe winter weather expected to impact the region. Operating under a declared State of Emergency, County leadership is working across departments and with state and regional partners to ensure public safety, infrastructure readiness, and continuity of essential services. The DeKalb County Emergency Operations Center is coordinating response efforts through virtual operations and regular briefings with public safety agencies, public works, utilities, and external partners. County officials are maintaining situational awareness and adjusting response plans as weather conditions evolve.

Due to anticipated inclement winter weather, all DeKalb County government offices, buildings, and County-sponsored programming will be closed and canceled beginning Saturday, January 24, through Monday, January 26. During this period, all DeKalb County employees should not report to County facilities and are instructed to work virtually, unless otherwise directed by their department leadership. This action is being taken to prioritize employee safety while ensuring continuity of essential County operations.

In anticipation of severe winter weather expected to impact the region, DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson has declared a State of Emergency, activating a coordinated, countywide response focused on public safety, preparedness, and rapid response. The State of Emergency allows DeKalb County to mobilize resources, coordinate closely with emergency partners, and respond swiftly as weather conditions evolve. County departments are actively monitoring forecasts and preparing for potential impacts, including hazardous road conditions, power outages, and service disruptions.