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RINCON, Ga. — The City of Rincon has announced a State of Emergency due to severe cold weather and accumulating ice.
At about 1:20 p.m., city officials declared the emergency, citing hazardous conditions that significantly endanger public safety, transportation systems, infrastructure, and essential services.
Authorities report that ice build-up has created perilous driving conditions and led to power outages, heightening risks for the community’s most vulnerable residents.
This emergency status enables the city to deploy resources more effectively and seek assistance from both state and federal agencies.
The State of Emergency is set to conclude at noon on Monday, February 2.
In the meantime, the City of Rincon is advising residents to:
- Stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel
- Check on neighbors and elderly people
- Report power outages and downed power lines
will update you as more information becomes available.