Mayor Scott Matheson Declares State of Local Emergency Due to Impending Hurricane Helene

Mayor Scott Matheson has officially declared a State of Local Emergency for the City of Valdosta in response to the imminent threat posed by Hurricane Helene. The Proclamation of Declaration was signed this morning, invoking the City of Valdosta's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30 - Civil Emergencies, including Article II: State of Emergency Curfew and Article III: Emergency Management.

This declaration enables the City to implement necessary emergency measures to safeguard the public and mitigate the effects of the approaching storm. Citizens are encouraged to stay vigilant, follow city and county directives, and take precautions to protect their safety.

"We are working with Lowndes County Emergency Management and closely monitoring Hurricane Helene's path and are prepared to take swift action to protect our community," said Mayor Matheson. "We ask all residents to remain calm, stay informed, and follow safety protocols as we prepare for the storm."

Further updates will be provided as the situation develops. Residents are advised to follow official city and county communications for the latest information and guidance.

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