Hurricane Irma Updates

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Updated Sept. 18, 10:30 a.m.

Do you have damage to your home or business as a result of Irma?

Click this link to fill out a damage assessment.

Safety Tips

When the power goes out, food can spoil. Learn what to keep and what to throw away.

Stay away from downed wires and assume all wires are live. Click to learn more.

Road Closures

All DeKalb County roads are open.

Debris Collection

Sanitation will collect debris on your normal collection day.

Branches and limbs must be trimmed and cut to a maximum of four feet, stacked neatly at the curb or placed in an approved receptacle. Trees must be cut as small as possible, so that each piece does not exceed a maximum of 50 pounds. Tree limbs that are cut by professional or hired contractors should not be left at the curb for collection by the Sanitation Division.

All yard trimmings must be properly prepared for collection and placed in approved 20- to 40-gallon receptacles. Approved receptacles include durable metal and plastic containers, durable biodegradable paper bags and must have two durable handles. Paper bags should be folded at the top to minimize rain deteriorating the paper bags. Yard trimmings placed in plastic bags will not be collected.

Do not place debris in storm drains, creeks or culverts. Clogging these stormwater systems can result in local flooding.

Individual Assistance

If you need assistance with crisis cleanup:

From now through September 30, call the number below for help with home cleanup. As they are able, reputable and vetted relief agencies may assist you and your neighbors cut fallen trees, remove drywall, insulation, flooring, furniture, appliances, tarp roofs, etc. All services are free, but service is not guaranteed due to the overwhelming need.
Importantly, this hotline CANNOT assist with social services such as food, clothing, shelter, insurance, or questions about FEMA registration. Volunteers work free of charge and provide the tools and equipment necessary to complete the work. To request help: CALL: 1-800-451-1954.

If you need shelter assistance (temporary shelter, not Red Cross run, for residents to recharge phones, take a break, have relief from heat, but will not be housing):

United way of Atlanta: 404-614-1000 or 211 or 211online.unitedwayatlanta.org
Peace Baptist Church: 347-309-7686
Rainbow Park Baptist Church: 404-288-1910
Fairfield Baptist Church: 770-482-7660
Clarkston First Baptist: 404-292-5686
New Life Church: 770-570-0354

If you need food assistance:

United Way of Atlanta: 404-614-1000 or 211 or 211online.unitedwayatlanta.org
Atlanta Community Food Bank : 404-435-0560
Berean Christian Church Outreach Ministry (must have GA license and most current power bill, 9 am-12 pm, 2 pm-5pm): 770-593-4421

If you need clothing assistance: