GLYNN COUNTY, Ga. – Glynn County officials are expecting heavy rain in the area on Monday and Tuesday from Hurricane Debby.
Leaders held a virtual news conference Sunday morning to provide updates.
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Officials said they are expecting the worst of the storm to hit Monday into Tuesday, but it could linger into Wednesday and Thursday based on some models.
The large amount of rain expected is sparking concerns for river flooding that could last through the week. Officials said places that typically flood can expect that during the storm.
Because of the rain event, Glynn County moved the start of its school year from Wednesday to Thursday. Monday and Tuesday, all schools and district offices will be closed. Staff will work from home to prepare for school.
Staff will return to work, and Open House will be held on Wednesday.
Right now the forecast is for 6-12 inches of rain in Glynn County, officials said, and that could increase to 10-20 inches if the storm stalls.
Based on the current forecast, the county could see up to 2-4 feet of storm surge along the coast.
There’s also a potential for 39-57 mph wind as the storm moves through.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for all 159 counties Saturday evening ahead of Hurricane Debby, which is expected to make landfall along the Florida Big Bend on Monday.
All counties of Southeast Georgia are currently under a Tropical Storm Watch.