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Rabun County Schools closed on October 29

News October 28, 2020 , by
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RABUN COUNTY, Ga – Ahead of Hurricane Zeta, Rabun County Schools has decided to completely shut down for Thursday, October 29.

In a statement from the school, they said:

“Rabun County Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020, due to inclement weather. This will not be a remote learning day due to the potential internet and power outages across the area. All after school activities for Thursday are cancelled.
12-month employees should plan to report at 10:00 am if it is safe to do so. Check with your supervisor for an update after 9 am in the morning.”
The National Weather Service out of Greenville-Spartenberg, SC issued a tropical storm warning at 2:13 p.m. and a flash flood watch goes into effect at midnight through 2:00 p.m. on October 29.
From the NWS:
"LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Tropical storm force winds remain
      possible
        - Peak Wind Forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 40 mph

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind 39
      to 57 mph
        - The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the
          previous assessment.
        - PLAN: Plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm
          force.
        - PREPARE: Remaining efforts to protect property should be
          completed as soon as possible. Prepare for limited wind
          damage.
        - ACT: Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
        - Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored
          mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.
        - Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or
          uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees
          are shallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown
          over.
        - A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within
          urban or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving
          conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways.
        - Scattered power and communications outages."

Kemp Closes K-12 Public Schools Through April 24

Announcements, News, Press Release March 26, 2020 , by
SBA Kemp

Atlanta, GA – Today Governor Brian P. Kemp issued Executive Order 03.26.20.02 closing public elementary and secondary schools for in-person instruction through April 24, 2020. Students may return to school on Monday, April 27, 2020.

“I am deeply grateful to State School Superintendent Richard Woods, the Georgia Department of Education, superintendents, and parents for keeping us informed and helping us make the right decision for our students,” said Governor Kemp. “Throughout this process, we will continue to seek the advice of public health officials, school leaders, and families to ensure the health and safety of the educational community. As we approach April 24, 2020, we ask for continued patience and flexibility since circumstances may change, but we encourage families to stay strong and follow the guidance of federal, state, and local leaders in the weeks ahead.”

The University System of Georgia and Technical College System of Georgia will remain closed for in-person instruction through the rest of the semester since students have already transitioned to all online learning.

To read Kemp’s latest update on the COVID-19 in Georgia, click here.

Closings and Delays Friday, Feb. 21

Uncategorized February 20, 2020 , by
closings and delays

RABUN COUNTY, Ga – Fetch Your News is keeping a running list of closings and delays due to inclement weather in Rabun County for Feb. 21, 2020.

CLOSINGS

Rabun County Schools

DELAYS

 

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