Winter Weather

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City Notices

Winter Weather Update: Preparation and Safety Information

January 31, 2026 – 4:30 p.m. Update

An Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect through Sunday morning.

Dangerously cold wind chills between -15 and 5 degrees are expected, increasing the risk of cold-related illnesses.

Wind gusts between 25 and 40 mph will continue through Sunday morning.

Untreated roadways may remain slick and snow-covered in parts of east Georgia through Monday.

Snowfall is expected to end in eastern Georgia by 10:00 p.m. this evening.

Impacts

Very cold temperatures and an extended period of subfreezing conditions (40–60 hours) may increase the risk of burst pipes through Monday morning.
Untreated roadways may remain slick and snow-covered in portions of east central Georgia through Monday morning.

January 31, 2026 – 9:30 a.m. Update

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning in effect from 7:00 p.m. Saturday evening through 1:00 p.m. Sunday, February 1.

National Weather Service Forecast

Tonight: Partly cloudy with a low around 15 degrees. Wind chill values as low as -2. Northwest winds between 15 and 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

Sunday: Sunny with a high near 35 degrees. Wind chill values as low as -1. Northwest winds between 15 and 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

January 31, 2026 – 5:00 a.m. Update

The City is currently expected to receive between 0.5 and 2 inches of snow. Snowfall has been delayed due to the slower arrival of colder temperatures.

Extremely cold wind chills are still expected later today and into Sunday.

January 30, 2026 – 2:00 p.m. Update

The City is currently under a Winter Storm Warning due to a combination of heavy snow accumulations (1–4 inches), very cold temperatures, and strong gusty winds expected between Friday night and Saturday night.

Most snowfall is expected between 4:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Saturday. Temperatures are expected to remain below freezing through the weekend and rise above freezing around noon on Monday.

Public Works crews have been pretreating priority routes throughout the week, focusing on known icing locations and major roads, including routes serving hospitals and critical facilities. Crews will continue these efforts throughout the storm.

Residents are encouraged to stay home to allow emergency responders and road crews to work safely and efficiently.

To help prevent frozen pipes:

Open sink cabinet doors to allow warm air to circulate.
Wrap exposed pipes.
Disconnect outdoor hoses.

Parks and Recreation has also prepared for the weather. All Saturday classes are postponed, but parks will reopen once conditions are determined to be safe.

Warming Centers

City Hall Lobby: Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Police Department Headquarters Lobby: Open 24 hours a day.

After-hours staffing is in place for Public Works and Public Safety teams to respond.

Winter Weather Dashboard

Visit the Emergency Operations Winter Dashboard (opens in new tab) for reports of downed trees, road closures, and additional updates.

Weather Alerts

Visit the National Weather Service Sandy Springs Forecast Page (opens in new tab) to view current weather warnings.

You can also sign up for Sandy Springs Alerts through Everbridge to receive National Weather Service alerts by phone call, text message, or email.

Staying Up to Date

Follow the City on social media for updates:

Social media updates can be viewed without a Facebook or X account.

Winter Weather Safety Tips

Use electric space heaters with automatic shut-off switches.
Keep heat sources at least three feet away from furniture and drapes.
Insulate your home and make sure doors and windows are properly sealed.
Check and install working carbon monoxide detectors.
Keep backup heat sources such as extra blankets, sleeping bags, or a wood-burning fireplace available.
Check your vehicle’s antifreeze, brakes, heater, tires, and windshield wipers.
Keep your gas tank at least half full.
Carry a Winter Car Emergency Kit Checklist (opens in new tab) including items such as a portable phone charger, ice scraper, blanket, sand for traction, and jumper cables.
Operate generators outdoors and at least 20 feet away from doors, windows, and vents to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Allow pipes to drip or insulate them to help prevent freezing.
Locate your home’s water shut-off valve in case a pipe bursts.
Keep pets indoors and check on elderly or disabled relatives and neighbors.
Turn off sprinkler systems.

Important Links and Resources

Note: The City of Sandy Springs is not a utility provider. Please contact your utility providers directly to report outages or service interruptions.