Atlanta-Fulton County Emergency Management Agency (AFCEMA)

On behalf of our agency, we warmly welcome the world to our beautiful jurisdiction. We’re excited about nearly 40 days of fun, fellowship, and football (soccer).

We can’t wait to share this incredible experience with everyone!

🚫✈️ NO DRONE ZONE IN EFFECT FOR FIFA WORLD CUP OPERATIONS

An FAA Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is currently in effect around FIFA World Cup venues and associated event locations in Atlanta.

Recreational and commercial drone operations are prohibited within restricted airspace unless specifically authorized by the FAA and event security officials.

Help keep athletes, fans, and event personnel safe. If you see suspicious drone activity, notify local law enforcement immediately.

⚽ See the Match, Not the Drone.

🛑 Know Before You Fly — No Drone Zone During FIFA World Cup Operations.

An isolated flash flood risk exists for portions of North and west Georgia today. Additional rainfall is expected to overspread the area through tonight and rainfall may be heavy at times.

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🚧 Heads up, metro Atlanta!

All lanes on I-285 N/S between MLK Jr. Dr. (Exit 9) and Cascade Rd. (Exit 7) will be closed June 5 at 7 PM through June 8 at 5 AM. Expect major delays and plan ahead.
For real-time updates, dial 5️⃣1️⃣1️⃣, download the 511GA app, or visit 511ga.org.

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A Flash Flood Warning includes central Fulton County until 11:30 pm. Rapid flooding is occurring or expected to occur shortly. Do not walk or drive through flooded areas and be ready to seek higher ground if needed.

A Flash Flood Warning includes central Fulton County until 2:30 am. Rapid flooding is occurring or expected to occur shortly. Do not walk or drive through flooded areas and be ready to seek higher ground if needed.

As of 7:30 am on Saturday, May 23, 2026, DWM has lifted the Boil Water Advisory issued on Friday, May 22, 2026, for customers in the Atlanta downtown corridor.

Sampling results have confirmed that no contamination was detected in the public water system. Water may be used for all purposes without boiling. The City’s drinking water meets or exceeds standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as required by the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act. Also, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division has been notified.

The boil water advisory has been lifted from the impacted area.

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The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Atlanta, specifically in the downtown area, due to an internal power failure at the Hemphill Water Treatment Plant. This boil water advisory is out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with Georgia EPD guidance for public notice.

DWM is currently monitoring operations and systems pressures. The boil water advisory will remain in place until DWM is cleared to lift the advisory, following completion of sampling protocols.

To protect the public from a potential health hazard, all residents and property owners who have experienced water outages and/or low water pressures are advised to boil all water prior to use or use bottled water for drinking, cooking, preparing baby food, or brushing teeth. The water should be boiled for one minute past a rolling boil. Infants, the elderly, and those with immune deficiencies should be cautious. Also, do not drink water from public water fountains in the impacted area.

A Flash Flood Warning includes central Fulton County until 11:15 pm. Rapid flooding is occurring or expected to occur shortly. Do not walk or drive through flooded areas and be ready to seek higher ground if needed.