01/23/2025
We hope you all are safe and taking all precautions!
January 23 8:30am UPDATE:
Winter weather update:
All Gwinnett County offices will open Thursday, January 23 for normal business hours, with exceptions noted below.
Gwinnett Courts will open on a delayed schedule at 10:00am on Thursday, January 23. Trials and hearings are canceled on Thursday, January 23.
Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner offices will open on a delayed schedule at 12:30pm on Thursday, January 23. Renewal kiosks and online services remain available.
The Buford, Centerville, Lawrenceville, and Norcross Senior Centers and Snellville Satellite Senior Center will be closed to the public Thursday, January 23.
Gwinnett County Police urge motorists to use caution when driving. While some main roads are passable, many side roads and neighborhood roads may have icy patches.
Due to the projected overnight temperature of 35 degrees or below, Gwinnett County will open our five Warming Stations Thursday, January 23 and Friday, January 24 from 6:00pm to 7:00am. If someone you know needs a place to rest and eat a meal, please find a station near you. For more details, visit GwinnettCounty.com/WarmingStations.com or call 770.822.8850.
Due to winter weather conditions, there will be a delay in solid waste services. Residents in unincorporated Gwinnett should still place their trash and recycling out on their regularly scheduled day. If it is not serviced on your regular day, it will be serviced this week. All trash and recycling is expected to be serviced by Saturday, January 25.
All yard debris and bulk item services have been suspended for the remainder of the week. Pickup for these items will resume starting Monday, January 27.
Find information about school closings or delays from Gwinnett County Public Schools and Buford City Schools.
Gwinnett County is experiencing freezing temperatures. When it gets this cold, there is a higher potential for frozen or broken water pipes. You can help protect your pipes by winterizing your home with a few simple steps:
1. Insulate exposed pipes
2. Keep the heat turned on
3. Cover exposed water spigots
If you do experience burst pipes or another water-related issue, or if you are unsure if your issue is an emergency or whether it is your responsibility, you can read more about some of the most common issues:
Water leaks
Turning water off at meter
Water quality issues
Low water pressure or lack of hot water
Water outages
If you want additional information, please visit GwinnettCounty.com/ReportAProblem. If you are having a sewer, stormwater, or any other water-related emergency, please call 678.376.7000 to reach our 24/7 dispatch center.
Gwinnett Safety 411 offers tips for winter weather preparedness
Please visit Gwinnett Safety 411 for more tips on preparing for winter weather.
