Official City Notice: Winter Storm Preparedness and Public Health Updates
Emergency Alert: Winter Storm Mitigation and Road Safety
In response to the significant winter storm system moving into the Mid-South, the City of Memphis has activated its inclement weather mitigation plan effective Friday, January 23, 2026. Official forecasts from the National Weather Service indicate a mix of snow and sleet beginning Friday night, with significant ice accumulations possible through the weekend. City Public Works crews have begun pretreating major thoroughfares. Residents are advised that for the duration of this weather event, crews will focus on clearing one lane in each direction along primary roadways to maintain emergency access. Motorists are urged to avoid unnecessary travel as bridge surfaces and overpasses are expected to become treacherous as temperatures drop.
Health Advisory: Clinic Cancellations and Public Safety
The Shelby County Health Department (SCHD) has issued a notice regarding the suspension of services due to forecasted hazardous conditions. All regular clinic hours at the 814 Jefferson Avenue facility scheduled for Saturday, January 24, have been canceled. This includes all scheduled flu vaccination outreach events at the Temple of Deliverance Church of God in Christ and Middle Baptist Church. Public health officials recommend that residents use Friday to secure essential medications and supplies. Additionally, the department maintains its recent advisory regarding measles exposure at Memphis International Airport; while the current threat level remains low, individuals who were at the airport in early January should continue to monitor for symptoms such as high fever and respiratory distress.
Public Meetings and Administrative Notices
In accordance with standard municipal procedures, the Memphis City Council has confirmed that the agenda and supporting documents for the upcoming regular meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, will be posted to the official city portal by 12:00 p.m. today, Friday, January 23. Citizens wishing to review proposed resolutions, including recent water resource funding agreements with the U.S. Geological Survey, may access these records online. Due to the impending storm, residents are encouraged to monitor official social media channels for potential changes to committee hearing schedules early next week.
Community Support: Warming Centers Activated
Regional authorities have coordinated the opening of emergency warming centers to assist vulnerable populations during the extreme cold. The City of West Memphis will open the Roberta Jackson Neighborhood Center on East Polk Avenue starting at noon today, Friday, January 23. This facility will remain operational 24 hours a day through Monday, January 26. Memphis residents requiring emergency shelter or heat assistance are encouraged to contact the 24-hour crisis line for local site availability and transportation options provided by MATA during the storm event.