(Sept. 26, 2024) – Cherokee County leadership continues to monitor Hurricane Helene’s path and its possible impact on the area. The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will partially activate at 8 p.m. Thursday evening. It will remain active as long as necessary.

The biggest impacts expected are heavy rains and tropical storm strength winds. Winds and rain will increase throughout the evening with the greatest impacts occurring in the 2 a.m. to 10 a.m. timeframe.

Residents are encouraged to be weather aware and be prepared ahead of Hurricane Helene’s arrival. EMA professional indicate there could be road closures from downed trees and possible power outages. Residents are asked to stay off the roads if possible and shelter in place until the storm is over.

The EOC is staffed with essential personnel from various government agencies including Emergency Management, Sheriff’s Office, Fire & Emergency Services, E 9-1-1, Public Works and city personnel. The EOC is a location where all decision-making parties can help plan ahead of a severe weather event, deploy resources during the event, and provide recovery and cleanup efforts after an event.

Cherokee County government offices will be closed Friday, Sept. 27.

All Cherokee County Courts will be closed Friday, Sept. 27.

Cherokee County Tax Commissioner's Office will be closed Friday, Sept. 27. 

Cherokee County Clerk of Courts Office will be closed Friday Sept. 27. 

Cherokee Area Transit Service has halted operations for Thursday, Sept. 26 and Friday, Sept. 27.

Cherokee Recreation and Parks has canceled all activities for Thursday, Sept. 26 and Friday, Sept. 27.

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