Public Notice: Atlanta City Service Updates and Health Advisories

Official Notice: City of Atlanta Warming Center Deactivation

The City of Atlanta has announced the scheduled deactivation of emergency warming centers following a period of colder temperatures. Facilities located at the Central Park Recreation Center, the Selena S. Butler Park and Recreation Center (specifically for women and children), and the Old Adamsville Recreation Center remained open through the morning of Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Official deactivation of these centers occurred at 10:00 a.m. Residents who utilized the Gateway Center for nightly transportation were provided with return services via Fulton County upon the closing of these facilities. The city continues to monitor National Weather Service forecasts for future activations.

Public Meetings and Commissions

Several official municipal and county board meetings are scheduled for today, Wednesday, January 21, 2026. The public is advised of the following sessions:

• City of Atlanta Pension Investment Board: The board will convene from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to discuss municipal investment strategies and fund management.
• Atlanta Artificial Intelligence Commission: A public session is scheduled from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. to address the ongoing integration of AI technologies within city infrastructure and governance.
• Fulton County Notary Webinar: The Fulton County Clerk of Superior & Magistrate Courts, in partnership with the Georgia Superior Court Clerk’s Cooperative Authority, is hosting a free virtual informational forum for notaries today. This session aims to update commissioned notaries on current state regulations and best practices.

Public Health Advisories

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued active advisories affecting the Atlanta metropolitan area:

• Seasonal Flu Advisory: Health officials continue to report widespread and severe flu activity across Georgia. Residents are strongly urged to obtain vaccinations, as hospitalizations remain high. The DPH recommends that individuals who feel ill stay home and remain fever-free for at least 24 hours before returning to work or school.
• CDC Health Alert: A nationwide health advisory remains in effect regarding the New World screwworm. Following reports of cases near the U.S. border, the CDC has advised the public and healthcare providers to monitor for parasitic larvae in open wounds. Residents are encouraged to keep wounds covered and report any suspicious infections to local health departments.

Department of Watershed Management Updates

The Department of Watershed Management continues its efforts to strengthen the city's water reliability. Recent electrical system upgrades at the Hemphill Pump Station are ongoing to ensure long-term stability for the city's drinking water supply. While no major water main breaks were reported this morning, residents are encouraged to report any localized service interruptions by dialing 3-1-1.