A Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Ben Hill County remains in effect until 5 pm.
Significant Weather Advisory
Significant Weather Advisory for Central Irwin, Turner, Northeastern Lee, Ben Hill, and Northern Worth Counties.
Live Press Conference
Governor Kemp will hold a press conference at 4 pm this afternoon, 4/8/2020.
Governor Extends Public Health State of Emergency
Governor Kemp’s office issued a Press Release today, 4/8/2020, officially extending the Public Health State of Emergency. The Public Health State of Emergency and the Shelter in Place Executive Order are two different things. The press release from today ONLY relates to the Public Health State of Emergency.
Shelter in Place Summary
Ben Hill County EMA, along with the Ben Hill County Emerging Infectious Disease Task Force, has put together this summary of the Shelter in Place order along with some additional information resources.
Third Executive Order
Governor Kemp has signed a Third Executive Order related to the Shelter in Place order signed 4/2/2020.
Jury Duty Update
Betty Lynn Johnson has issued an update on Grand Jury scheduled for 4/6/2020 and Traverse Jury scheduled for 4/7/2020.
Commonly Asked Questions
Here are some answers to commonly asked questions.
Second Executive Order
Governor Kemp has signed a second Executive Order related to Shelter in Place.
Shelter in Place Questions
Do you have a question about Governor Kemp’s Statewide Shelter in Place Executive Order? Check out our post at Ben Hill County EMA for answers and resources.