Glynn County Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency

06/08/2026

Storm Smart Monday!

The “Johnson Rocks” in Glynn County are a man-made coastal protection feature known as a rock revetment, located along parts of St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island. Built in the 1960s after Hurricane Dora, they were part of a federally supported effort during President Lyndon B. Johnson’s administration to reduce shoreline damage from storms. These large rocks are designed to absorb wave energy, prevent beach erosion, and protect nearby roads, homes, and infrastructure from storm surge. Over time, the rocks have experienced wear and storm impacts, so Glynn County continues to repair and raise them to improve their effectiveness. Today, they remain a critical component of the area’s coastal resilience and storm protection strategy.

06/05/2026

Come get your preparedness materials! We will be out here at First Friday!

06/01/2026

Hurricane Season Starts TODAY – Are You Ready, Glynn County?

June 1 marks the start of hurricane season, and now is the time to get prepared!

This year, we’re launching Storm Smart Mondays!
Every Monday, we’ll share simple, helpful information to keep you and your family safe all season long.

Here’s what you can expect each week:
🌀 Preparedness tips to get your home and family ready
🌦️ How hurricanes and weather systems actually work
🚨 What to expect from local emergency response
🏠 Recovery guidance after the storm passes
🛠️ Mitigation tips to reduce damage before it happens
📖 Stories and history from past storms in the Golden Isles
🐾 Pet preparedness to keep your furry family safe
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kid-friendly safety tips for the whole familyhis year?
What’s expected this Hurricane Season:

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to have somewhat below-normal activity. Current weak La Niña conditions are likely to shift to El Niño in the coming months, which typically brings stronger wind shear that can limit storm development.

While ocean temperatures are mixed across the Atlantic, El Niño is expected to be the dominant factor this season. Because of this, forecasters are predicting a below-average chance of major hurricane landfalls along the U.S. coastline and in the Caribbean.

⚠️ But remember: It only takes one storm to impact our community. No matter the forecast, preparation is key every single year.

Whether you’re new to the coast or a longtime local, Storm Smart Mondays will help you stay informed, confident, and ready all season long.

👉 Follow along each Monday and take one small step toward preparedness each week.

05/30/2026

Come out to see us and get prepared for all disasters. We will be at Tractor supply from 9:30-11 today!

05/20/2026

Disasters can happen anytime, are you prepared? From hurricanes to fires, power outages to everyday emergencies, now’s the time to get informed and stay ready.

Join us for the Glynn County Prep Rally. Glynn County ha partnered with UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant for a FREE, open-house event focused on ALL disaster preparedness to help you protect your family, home, and community.

Saturday, May 30, 2026
9:00–11:30 a.m.
Tractor Supply, Brunswick

✔️ Learn how to prepare for a wide range of emergencies
✔️ Talk with local experts, first responders & emergency managers
✔️ Get tips for your pets, home, and health needs
✔️ Enjoy prizes & giveaways!

No matter the emergency, being prepared makes all the difference.

05/19/2026

Calling all teens ages 14–17!

Do you know a teen who wants to make a real impact? Our Teen CERT program teaches lifesaving skills like first aid, fire safety, and disaster response—all in a fun, hands-on environment.

Build confidence
Learn teamwork
Be ready when it matters most

Click below to sign up

https://www.cognitoforms.com/GlynnCountyBoardOfCommissioners/GlynnCountyTeenCERT2

05/12/2026

Glynn County Fire Rescue has lifted the temporary burn ban effective today, May 12. With improving weather conditions and the end of the statewide ban, outdoor burning now returns to normal guidelines under local ordinances and Georgia Forestry Commission and EPD regulations.

05/07/2026

🔥 Highway 82 Fire Update 🔥

Residents in Glynn County may continue to see and smell smoke from the Highway 82 Fire due to winds pushing smoke into our area. With winds currently moving in our direction, periods of visible smoke and the smell of smoke may continue to impact portions of Glynn County until the fire is fully extinguished.

The Highway 82 Fire is currently estimated at 85% containment, with 439 responders actively assigned to the incident. Crews continue making strong progress as suppression operations remain ongoing across affected areas.

For today, there is a chance of rainfall ahead of an approaching weather front moving into the area over the next couple of days. Rainfall totals expected today are forecasted between approximately 1/10 inch and 0.5 inches in some locations.

Winds are currently out of the southwest with gusts reaching up to 25 mph.

Fire behavior today is primarily smoldering; however, crews remain prepared for any changes in conditions or fire activity. Responders continue working containment lines and addressing hotspots throughout the operational area.

The current federal Incident Management Team, the Red Team, is in the process of transitioning command operations to a new Incident Management Team that will continue oversight and management of the fire as response efforts move forward. During this transition, detailed information regarding hotspots, operational priorities, and areas of concern is being transferred to ensure continuity of operations and ongoing situational awareness.

We appreciate the continued dedication and hard work of all responding personnel and partner agencies supporting this incident.

05/01/2026

Glynn County has lifted all voluntary evacuation notices. Read the latest update below.

04/27/2026

See the latest update from Glynn County Board of Commissioners

𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 #𝟏𝟔 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐥𝐲𝐧𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲:

Based on the westerly trajectory of the wind and updated fire behavior assessments, the fire is moving away from Glynn County at this time.

Given these conditions, Glynn County is downgrading the current mandatory evacuation order to a voluntary evacuation for the following areas:

- Old Post Road to Highway 32
- Highway 32 to Thalman Park Lane
- Thalman Park Lane to Bladen Road
- Bladen Road to Old Post Road

This recommendation comes from the Southern Area Complex Incident Management Team and is consistent with Glynn County’s current assessment.

Residents should understand that this status may change if fire behavior shifts, wind direction changes, or if additional closures are required.

The voluntary evacuation orders issued earlier for Alpine Road, Gilley Road, Boones Branch Road, Sallie Cline Road, Mauney Street, Chelsea Circle, Post Road north of Highway 82, and Old Post Road north of Highway 32 also remain in effect.

Residents in all affected areas should continue to follow guidance from local officials and be prepared for changing conditions.

Previous road closures on Old Post Road at Highway 82 and Highway 32, Thalman Park Lane at Highway 32, and Bladen Road at Highway 99 are now open.

Highway 32 between Highway 301 and Highway 99 and Highway 110 between Highway 32 and Highway 82 will remain closed. These roadways are maintained by the Georgia Department of Transportation.

Last night at approximately 8:00 p.m., an isolated thunderstorm moved across the entire fire area. Rain gauges recorded between 0.4 and 0.8 inches.

While this rainfall does not extinguish the fire, it has provided firefighters with meaningful relief from the extreme fire behavior observed in recent days.

Winds today will be from the northeast and shift to the east tonight and Tuesday. These wind patterns will continue to push fire activity away from Glynn County. The wind shifting to the northeast will push on the western side of the fire along Highway 110.

The wildfire is currently estimated at 22,615 acres and is 6 percent contained.

For all wildfire‑related information, including real‑time interactive maps, visit www.glynncounty.org/wildfires.