DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Many roads around metro Atlanta and north Georgia are covered in layer of ice on Wednesday morning.
DeKalb County has declared a state of emergency effective immediately.
CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and other county officials are encouraging everyone to shelter in place and stay off the roads.
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“This is a serious situation,” said Dekalb County CEO Cochran-Johnson. “We are asking for everyone’s patience and cooperation as our teams work around the clock to ensure public safety. Staying off the roads is critical—not only for your safety but to allow emergency responders to reach those in need.”
The county says road crews worked overnight, applying over 500 tons of salt, sand and calcium chloride to treat roads.
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-As of 7:15 a.m., emergency services have responded to hundreds of 911 calls, including a structure fire and a rescue involving a pregnant woman on her way to the hospital.
More than 100 cars have been left stranded across the county, including a fire truck getting stuck on Rockbridge Road.
Severe Weather Team 2 Chief Meteorologist Brad Nitz says temperatures will remain near or below freezing until at least Thursday.
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