Columbus, GA - Emergency Management & Homeland Security

08/29/2026

Siren Test at Noon

We will test the outdoor warning sirens today at NOON. This is only a test!

08/28/2026

Thunderstorms and Lightning in the area

There are thunderstorms and lightning in the area. If you hear thunder or see lightning, go indoors if possible. You can also take shelter from lightning in your vehicle.

08/22/2026

Test Today at Noon - Sirens

We will test the outdoor warning sirens at noon today! This is only a test!

08/12/2026

08/12/2026

Flash Flood Warning for Columbus until 3:15 am.

08/08/2026

Siren Test at Noon

Today a noon we will test the outdoor warning sirens. This is only a test!

08/01/2026

Siren Test Cancelled

Cancelled. We have canceled the test of the outdoor warning sirens for noon today due to inclement weather in the area. We will resume testing next week.

07/31/2026

1 day to go until National Emergency Management Awareness Month!

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07/29/2026

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Peachtree City GA

6:16 AM EDT Wed Jul 29 2026

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north and central Georgia.

DAY ONE...Today and Tonight...

A Heat Advisory will go into effect this afternoon for Central
Georgia as heat indices rise above 105 degrees.

Thunderstorms are possible across portions of Central Georgia this
afternoon. Some storms could be severe with damaging winds and
frequent lightning.

DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday...

Afternoon thunderstorm chances return on Saturday. Storms may
contain gusty wind, heavy rain and frequent lightning.

07/28/2026

HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM EDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values of 105 to 109 degrees expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, north central,
northeast, northwest, southeast, and west central Georgia.

* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM EDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.