Hurricane Helene impact in Georgia | Preparations underway [Video]

ATLANTA — As Helene continues to move toward Georgia, the governor has declared a State of Emergency, and storm preps are underway.  Emergency Management officials have also placed resources and crews throughout the state to ensure they are ready to respond to any potential impacts.

“This is going to be a fast-moving wind event, with rain, and so we anticipate a very different response,” said GEMA director Chris Stallings during a news conference where he detailed their response efforts.

“Our logistical team is finalizing services and fueling our state fleet of generators and is beginning to fill resource requests to all local counties as they come in. Currently, you’ll see Troopers out, engaged in clearing interstates and major roadways for abandoned vehicles to ensure that those evacuating can do so safely,” said Stallings, who adds crews are also removing debris from drains and roadways …