Weather Update #2: Hurricane Ian
Jekyll Island is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning from Hurricane Ian. Initial impacts to the area are anticipated to begin Wednesday evening, due to an additional low-pressure nor’easter storm system impacting the area ahead of the hurricane.
There is a high potential for flash flooding/heavy rainfall, tropical storm-force winds, and tornado threats Wednesday evening through Friday evening.
Again, there are no evacuations planned at this time. Conditions are continuing to be monitored and additional updates will be communicated.
The Jekyll Island Authority will be closing the following facilities, Friday, September 30:
- Jekyll Island Tennis Center
- Jekyll Island Golf Club
- Jekyll Island Mini Golf & Bikes
- Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, Faith Chapel and all Historic Cottages
- Georgia Sea Turtle Center
- Jekyll Island Retail Shops including Life Is Good and Remember When
The Jekyll Island Campground will also be closed for further bookings at this time. The Jekyll Island Authority Administrative Offices will be closed Friday, but our critical workforce will remain. The Jekyll Island Guest Information Center lobby will be closed, but 24-hour entry gate service will also remain.
Glynn County Schools will be closed Thursday, September 29, and Friday, September 30.
GDOT is monitoring wind conditions for the Sidney Lanier Bridge and any potential closures will be announced as they are known.
With the potential for significant storm surge, Glynn County Fire-Rescue is providing sand for residents to fill their own sandbags at the following fire stations. They do not have ready-made sandbags available.
• Fire Station No. 6 — 3320 U.S. 17, near I-95 Exit 29
• Fire Station No. 1 — 4310 Community Road in Brunswick
• Fire Station No. 2 — 1929 Demere Road on St. Simons Island
• Fire Station No. 4 — 3581 Frederica Road on St. Simons Island
Please continue to pay close attention to weather updates as they are made available, and follow the latest forecast models from the National Weather Service Jacksonville to stay informed between updates.
For the latest updates on Hurricane Ian's impact to Jekyll Island, residents can now follow the Jekyll Island Authority's website for ongoing updates in addition to Nixle: www.jekyllisland.com/ian
Additional information on storm preparedness can also be found on the JIA website: www.jekyllisland.com/emergency
