Georgia Severe Local Area Emergency | Effective 08-08-2026 15:31

Headline: 
GDOT: W285: I-285 N/S FULL CLOSURE EXITS 16-18
Event: 
Local Area Emergency
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
August 8, 2026 - 3:31pm
Expires: 
August 9, 2026 - 2:31pm
Description: 
The GDOT Westside rebuild continues. I-285 NB/SB lanes are closed between exits 16 and 18 in Fulton and Cobb Counties. Traffic approaching the closure will be directed to signed detours. Traffic NB I-285 use Exit 10A to I-20 EB. Traffic WB I-285 use Exit 20 to I-75 SB. Major travel delays are expected on surrounding interstates and Atlanta-area roads. For real-time updates, visit 511GA.org or call 511 before heading out. Stay alert and drive safely.
GDOT: W285: I-285 N/S FULL CLOSURE EXITS 16-18. CALL 511 or go to https://www.gaalert.com
GDOT: W285; Lanes on I-285 N/S are now closed between exits 16 and 18 in Fulton and Cobb Counties. Traffic approaching the closure will be directed to signed detours. Traffic NB I-285 use Exit 10A to I-20 EB. Traffic WB I-285 use Exit 20 to I-75 SB. Expect major travel delays on surrounding interstates and roads. CALL 511 or go to https://www.gaalert.com
Area Description: 
AffectedArea
Forcast Office: 
GADOT,Atlanta,GA
Sender: 
helpalerts@ilogcorp.com