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Emory University campuses closed Friday and Saturday due to severe weather
Emory gate in winter

10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025

While the winter storm has left the metro Atlanta area, hazardous conditions remain from the mix of snow and ice. The safest thing is to remain at home today and stay off the roads. There is still the possibility of power outages from downed trees.

If you are going to spend time outside, remember to consult the Emory READY safety tips for guidance.

All Emory campuses, including Oxford College, remain closed today and the university continues to operate remotely.



9:57 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2025

Due to the severe weather conditions, Emory University campuses, including Oxford College, will remain closed on Saturday, Jan. 11, and the university will continue to operate remotely.

Students with in-person classes scheduled for Saturday should contact their professors to learn if those classes will be moved online. University employees should plan on working remotely if they are able. Essential personnel should contact their supervisors for guidance.

Emory Healthcare employees should refer to communications from EHC for information.

The wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain is producing hazardous conditions, particularly on roadways. Please remain at home. If you must be outside, please consult the Emory READY safety tips for guidance.

Updates and additional information may be found through the Emory Safe app and at www.emory.edu



8:58 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2025

The metro Atlanta area, including Emory University, remains under a Winter Storm Warning. A mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain is falling, producing dangerous conditions on the roads. Everyone is encouraged to remain at home.

As a reminder, Emory campuses, including Oxford College, are closed today and the university is operating remotely.

Spending time outside during the extreme cold can lead to hypothermia, frostbite and other health risks. If you have to go outside, please consult the Emory READY safety tips for guidance.

The university encourages everyone to enroll in the Emory Emergency Notification program, download the Emory Safe app and enable push notifications.



3:10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning that will impact Emory University campuses and the entire metro Atlanta and north Georgia region. This system is expected to bring a mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain and ice beginning tomorrow morning. 

Earlier today, Emory announced campuses will be closed on Friday, Jan. 10, and the university will move to remote operations because of the storm’s hazardous conditions. 

Now is the time to finalize plans and review the Emory READY safety tips to prepare for inclement weather. Everyone is encouraged to enroll in the Emory Emergency Notification program, download the Emory Safe app and enable push notifications.



11:58 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025

Emory University campuses, including Oxford College, will be closed and the university will move to remote operations on Friday, January 10, because of severe weather conditions.

Students with in-person classes scheduled for Friday should contact their professors to learn if those classes will be moved online. University employees should plan on working remotely if they are able. Essential personnel should contact their supervisors for guidance.

Emory Healthcare employees should refer to communications from EHC for information.

Updates and additional information may be found through the Emory Safe app and at www.emory.edu



3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for metro Atlanta and much of north Georgia because of the likelihood of snow, sleet and freezing rain beginning Friday morning. Forecasts predict accumulations that could impact travel to and from Emory’s campuses. These conditions could also lead to downed trees that may result in the loss of power to campus.

Please consult the forecast before you return to campus. If you are flying, please visit the airline’s website for any weather travel advisories.

Before the storm arrives, review the Emory READY safety tips so you can prepare for inclement weather. If you have not already done so, please enroll in the Emory Emergency Notification program and download the Emory Safe app and be sure to enable push notifications.


Stay informed about possible campus closures or delays

In the event of severe weather conditions, the university may announce delays or cancellations of normal campus activities. These delays and cancellations apply to the university only.

Emory Healthcare employees are sent separate communications regarding inclement weather policies and any delays and/or closures, with details being posted on the EHC intranet. Information on any clinic delays or closings will be posted on the homepage of emoryhealthcare.org for patients.

Members of the university community can and should obtain updated information in one of the following ways:

  • Email: Watch for an all-Emory email advisory.
  • Text: Enroll in the Emergency Notification program and look for notifications from CEPAR (Office of Critical Event Preparedness and Response).
  • Web: Check the Emory University website. Updated information will be posted to the university's homepage.
  • Social media: Check the official Emory University Facebook page or @emoryuniversity X feed.
  • Phone: Call Emory's Weather Information Line at 404-727-1234.
  • Emory Safe appDownload the Emory Safe app for additional information related to winter weather preparedness and other safety guidance. Be sure to enable push notifications for the latest updates.

Read more about the university's inclement weather policy.


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