Spalding County hurricane guide¶
The Spalding County Office of Homeland Security coordinates emergency management for the county, including Griffin and Orchard Hill. The county is StormReady and has 10 weather sirens. Residents can sign up for Civic Ready alerts. A January 2023 tornado outbreak is the county's recent major storm.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from Spalding County Office of Homeland Security. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
What to know in Spalding County¶
- The county has 10 weather sirens placed around the county and is certified StormReady by the National Weather Service.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | 911 | Police, fire, and ambulance. Call only when someone's life or property is in danger. |
| Emergency management office | 770-527-2855 | Spalding County Office of Homeland Security (emergency management). Not for emergencies. |
| Sheriff's Office non-emergency | 770-467-4282 | For police matters that are not emergencies. Main telephone. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Civic Ready: Free alerts and notifications. Sign up before a storm. Website.
Cities and towns¶
Each city has its own services and some have their own alerts. The county's evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts cover everyone, in every city and in unincorporated areas.
- City of Griffin
- Town of Orchard Hill
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a hurricane shelter
- Hurricane supply list
- After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 8, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.