Effective 10a.m. today, the State of Emergency declared for all areas of Guilford County to include the City of Greensboro, City of High Point, Towns of Gibsonville, Jamestown, Pleasant Garden, Sedalia, Stokesdale, Summerfield, Oak Ridge, and Whitsett by Board of County Commissioners’ Chairman Melvin ‘Skip’ Alston for Winter Storm Fern will be terminated.
The State of Emergency was issued at noon on January 22, 2026, under authority granted by North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 166A and the Guilford County Code of Ordinances. The declaration applied countywide and was enacted due to forecasted snow and ice accumulations that created hazardous road conditions, downed trees and power lines, and widespread power outages across the area. North Carolina counties are authorized to declare a state of emergency in the event of anticipated property damage or life safety concerns.
At this time weather conditions have improved and the need for the state of emergency has ended.
“I want to thank our emergency responders, public works crews, utility partners and local municipalities for their tireless work,” said Chairman Alston. “Most importantly, I thank our residents for their patience, preparedness and cooperation as we worked together to keep our community safe.”
County officials continue to encourage residents to remain cautious of lingering debris, report any remaining hazards to local authorities, and check on neighbors who may need assistance.
For updates and additional information, residents are encouraged to follow Guilford County Government on social media or visit GuilfordCountyNC.gov