Weather Alert

Schools will reopen on Monday. No decision about make-up days has been made at this time.

Black ice is making roads treacherous across the Statesboro and Bulloch County area this morning, and dangerously cold wind chills are adding to the hazards, warns the National Weather Service. Residents are advised to take extreme caution while driving and walking outdoors.

Bulloch County officials urged residents to stay off the roads as the region grapples with hazardous conditions from rare snowfall and freezing temperatures. Leaders emphasized public safety, praised the efforts of local crews, and called for community cooperation during this challenging time.

A decision regarding school operations for Friday, January 24 will be announced by 2 p.m. on Thursday.

Everyone is waking up to a winter wonderland. After a night of snowfall, road conditions around the county are dangerous. Citizens are asked to shelter in place until public safety officials can assess and clear roads for safe travel. Grice Connect will continue to update this story as more information becomes available.

As Winter Storm Enzo brings freezing temperatures to Georgia, Georgia Power urges customers to prepare for severe weather and potential outages with energy-saving tips, safety resources, and real-time updates available on their website and mobile platforms.

Bulloch County officials held a press conference to address preparations and safety measures for Winter Storm Enzo, urging residents to shelter in place and avoid travel due to expected snow, ice, and hazardous road conditions. Emergency services, utilities, and public works are fully staffed and ready to respond, with updates provided via social media and official channels to keep the community informed.

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning and a Cold Weather Advisory for Statesboro and Bulloch County, warning of heavy snow accumulations and dangerously low wind chills. Residents are advised to take precautions and prepare for potentially hazardous conditions starting Tuesday.

Ahead of the upcoming winter storm, both City of Statesboro and Bulloch County leadership have declared states of emergency.

The State of Emergency executive order authorizes the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA/HS) to activate the State Operations Center (SOC) and mobilize any needed resources to address potential impacts. It also allows for the Georgia Department of Defense to provide up to 250 Georgia National Guard troops, should they be needed for preparation, response, and recovery efforts.