Hurricane preparation in Glynn County GA is something every homeowner and resident should take seriously—especially during peak storm season along the Georgia coast. Living in Coastal Georgia means enjoying beautiful marsh views, ocean breezes, and warm weather year-round—but it also means staying prepared during hurricane season. In today’s blog post we’ll uncover why hurricane preparation in Glynn County GA is essential for your summer and fall in coastal georgia.
Here’s a breakdown on how to prepare your family and home for hurricane season in Glynn County and Camden County, GA:
- When Is Coastal Georgia’s Hurricane Season?
- Know Your Evacuation Zones and Routes
- Emergency Resources for Hurricane Preparation in Glynn County GA: Sign Up for Local Alerts
- Prepare Your Emergency Kit
- Checklist for Hurricane Preparation in Glynn County GA: How to Secure Your Home (inside and outside)
- Stay Informed During Storms
- Why Hurricane Preparation in Glynn County GA Matters
- Moving to the Golden Isles of Georgia
When Is Coastal Georgia’s Hurricane Season?
The 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins on Sunday, June 1, 2025 and continues through November 30, 2025.
GEMA’s recent press release states: “NOAA’s National Hurricane Center predicts a 60% chance of an above-normal season. This indicates that the level of tropical activity in the Atlantic this hurricane season is likely to be above average, but not what was expected for last season at this point last year.”
Know Your Evacuation Zones and Routes
Familiarize yourself with your local evacuation zone and routes before a storm is on the way. Generally the state will declare a state of emergency followed by mandatory or voluntary evacuations. With that being said, there is *usually* a few days or even a week of build up before a storm. And actually, best case scenario is the higher ups overestimate the impacts and you over prepare, but knowing your evacuation zone and route ahead of time is the first step in planning!
Emergency Resources for Hurricane Preparation in Glynn County GA: Sign Up for Local Alerts
Stay updated on storm warnings and evacuation orders with them emergency resources for hurricane preparation in Glynn County GA. I’ve also included the same resources for those of you in Camden County GA. You’ll want to go ahead and set up the CodeRED Alerts.
Prepare Your Emergency Kit
Don’t wait for local stores to be sold out of everything – prepare ahead of time while prices are lower and all items are well stocked. You can even order many of these items on amazon. And if you have kids, this is a great project for them to help you with!
Have enough supplies for at least 72 hours, including:
- Water (1 gallon per person per day)
- Non-perishable food
- Flashlights and batteries
- Charger banks
- First aid kit
- Important documents in a waterproof bag
- Medications and pet supplies
- Sandbags and sand
- Generator and gas
- Paper products for eating – if you don’t have water you don’t want dishes piling up
To make it easy, I’ve put together an Amazon Hurricane Prep List with recommended items to help your family stay prepared. Click the link above to shop or one of the photos below!
REMINDER – if you are on well water and power goes out, your well will no longer work. Fill your bathtubs the evening before to have extra water for flushing toilets. And if you’re able, you can always install a hand pump shallow well to have access to water for toilets and animals. You can watch our video of the installation here:
Checklist for Hurricane Preparation in Glynn County GA – How to Secure Your Home (inside and outside)
Checklist to prepare your home outside for hurricane season:
- Check and clear gutters and drains.
- Bring in outdoor furniture and loose items.
- Trim trees and remove weak branches (reach out to me if you need a local tree company recommendation for larger projects!)
- Review your insurance policy and take updated photos of your property.
Checklist to prepare your home inside for an upcoming hurricane:
- Clean the house.
- Do all dishes.
- Do all laundry.
- Wash all bedding.
- Charge all devices (phones, computers, tablets, charging banks, fans, etc).
These may sound silly but we lost power for 3 days last hurricane season and the dishes and laundry start to pile up fast when you don’t have access to water, so you don’t want to start off behind. Don’t forget to pin this post so you don’t lose this hurricane prep checklist for living in Glynn County GA!
Stay Informed During Storms
It’s no surprise that we are in an age of information overload and overconsumption, but in events like hurricanes and tropical storms, access to trusted and local updates is essential. Follow these local resources for real-time updates:
- Glynn County EMA Facebook
- Camden County EMA Facebook
- National Hurricane Center
- Mike’s Weather Page Facebook (my personal fav!)
Why Hurricane Preparation in Glynn County GA Matters
When it comes to hurricane preparation in Glynn County GA, having a plan in place before the first storm forms in the Atlantic is crucial. Taking steps now will help you avoid last-minute stress, protect your property, and keep your family safe when storms approach. Trust me, you don’t want to be scrambling the week before a major tropical storm or hurricane when the rest of the town is – stores will clear out quickly!
As a local Realtor and neighbor, I care about your safety and your home. If you have questions about protecting your property during hurricane season, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Stay prepared and stay safe!
Moving to the Golden Isles of Georgia
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