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Mecklenburg County @MeckCounty

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Joined February 2009
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Extreme heat resources are available to help neighbors stay cool: meck.co/3S3iN1i Options include: - Roof Above Day for those experiencing unsheltered homelessness; - Park and Recreation; - @CMLibrary locations. @CATSRideTransit will offer rides to cooling stations.
Scene at a sprayground with splashing water with a city background with modern buildings. Large text in the center reads "Extreme Heat".

ALT Scene at a sprayground with splashing water with a city background with modern buildings. Large text in the center reads "Extreme Heat".
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Mecklenburg County retweeted
Charlotte Waterđź’§@CLTWater
May 1
Charlotte Water is moving to Drought Stage 2 with Mandatory Water Restrictions starting May 15. For full details and drought updates, visit charlottewater.org #CLTDrought #LessWaterCLT
Drought Stage 2 poster from Charlotte Water titled "Mandatory Conservation." It outlines restrictions for lawns and pools, including specified watering days and times. The poster suggests customers avoid washing vehicles at home, operating water features, and organizing car wash fundraisers. Customers are advised to reduce indoor and outdoor water use and fix leaks. A gauge graphic is shown at the bottom of the poster.

ALT Drought Stage 2 poster from Charlotte Water titled "Mandatory Conservation." It outlines restrictions for lawns and pools, including specified watering days and times. The poster suggests customers avoid washing vehicles at home, operating water features, and organizing car wash fundraisers. Customers are advised to reduce indoor and outdoor water use and fix leaks. A gauge graphic is shown at the bottom of the poster.

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Park and Recreation will implement a mandatory burn ban across our parks and facilities due to current drought conditions starting May 4: meck.co/4ehNIzS The burn ban will remain in effect until further notice. It will only be lifted when drought conditions improve.
Flames rising from a grill with the text "Park and Recreation Burn Ban Begins May 4, 2026" displayed in white and green.

ALT Flames rising from a grill with the text "Park and Recreation Burn Ban Begins May 4, 2026" displayed in white and green.

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Mecklenburg County retweeted
Duke Energy
@DukeEnergy
Feb 1
Duke Energy is urging customers in the Carolinas to reduce energy use during periods of peak demand on Monday, Feb. 2, from 4-10 a.m., to help lessen the energy demand on the power grid and reduce the potential of isolated power outages. spr.ly/6015h1olZ.
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Extreme weather protocols will be in place from 4 p.m. on Jan. 30 until at least Feb. 2 to support those experiencing homelessness: meck.co/4ta1hGo Street outreach teams are encouraging anyone living unsheltered to visit a shelter and providing winter weather supplies.
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Extreme weather protocols and expanded homeless shelter capacity will remain in effect until at least Tuesday, Feb. 3: meck.co/4ta1hGo Outreach teams continue to visit homeless encampments to encourage anyone living unsheltered to visit a shelter.

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Mecklenburg County and @CLTGov are declaring a State of Emergency and County facilities will be closed this weekend due to winter weather: meck.co/4rgWvoS
Charlotte city skyline on a snow day at a park. Logos of Mecklenburg County, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management and City of Charlotte are displayed. Text reads: "State of Emergency, January 30, 2026."

ALT Charlotte city skyline on a snow day at a park. Logos of Mecklenburg County, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management and City of Charlotte are displayed. Text reads: "State of Emergency, January 30, 2026."

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Mecklenburg County offices and services will be closed on Monday, January 26 due to severe weather: meck.co/3ZCqKux
COUNTY CLOSED on January 26, 2026, displayed over a snowy road.

ALT COUNTY CLOSED on January 26, 2026, displayed over a snowy road.

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Mecklenburg County facilities will open at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27 due to inclement weather: meck.co/4sYqH9U
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The Grady Cole Center will open as a winter storm shelter on Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. for anyone who needs a warm, safe place to go: meck.co/49ZpcQj Bring warm clothes, toiletries, medication, blankets, snacks, phone and charger if you can. đź“Ť 310 North Kings Drive, Charlotte
Winter Storm Shelter at Grady Cole Center with an image of the empty center behind the text.

ALT Winter Storm Shelter at Grady Cole Center with an image of the empty center behind the text.

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With minimal power outages in our area, the winter storm shelter at the Grady Cole Center will close at 11 a.m. on January 27. We are working with partners to support those at the shelter who are experiencing homelessness: meck.co/4qIDNXv
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Mecklenburg County retweeted
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management
@CharMeckEM
Jan 25
Roads are icy, stay home. Last night’s sleet and freezing temperatures are making the roads slick and dangerous. Staying off the roads helps emergency workers to safely do their jobs. If you must travel, remember to: - Drive below the speed limit and avoid sudden stops or sharp turns. - Increase the distance between you and other cars. - Monitor road conditions at DriveNC.gov.
A snowy street scene with traffic lights and road signs, featuring buildings and utility poles lining the road. The Charlotte skyline is partially obscured by fog in the background.

ALT A snowy street scene with traffic lights and road signs, featuring buildings and utility poles lining the road. The Charlotte skyline is partially obscured by fog in the background.

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We’ll have more capacity at area homeless shelters, potential warming shelters, changes to County services and facility closures due to the severe weather forecast: meck.co/49DtQVd We'll share any additional service changes, closures or delays by Sunday, Jan. 25.
Weather Update January 24-27, 2026 on a frosty blue background with snowflakes.

ALT Weather Update January 24-27, 2026 on a frosty blue background with snowflakes.
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Two confirmed cases of measles in Mecklenburg County: meck.co/4k0PxSM Measles is highly contagious. Symptoms include fever, runny nose, cough, rash and red eyes. If you see symptoms, call your doctor or ER right away. Vaccination is the best protection.
Graphic of two detailed measles viruses on a light blue background, with text stating 'Two Confirmed Measles Cases in Mecklenburg County' and the official seal of Mecklenburg County at the top.

ALT Graphic of two detailed measles viruses on a light blue background, with text stating 'Two Confirmed Measles Cases in Mecklenburg County' and the official seal of Mecklenburg County at the top.

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Extreme weather protocols will be in place Jan. 17-20. Area homeless shelters will have expanded hours and additional capacity. Street outreach teams will visit homeless encampments to share info about resources: meck.co/4jNvlDE
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ALT Weather Update January 17-20, 2026 on a frosty blue background with snowflakes.

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Mecklenburg County retweeted
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management
@CharMeckEM
Jan 14
We are aware of a nationwide cell phone outage affecting multiple carriers that may be impacting the ability to call 911. If you need to call 911, please keep trying, use a landline, or ask a neighbor to call. You can also visit a fire station or police station for help. Please do not call 911 to test your phone or report the outage. We’ll keep you informed as we know more.
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Measles has been detected in wastewater in Mecklenburg County. No cases have been identified in the county. Public Health continues to investigate as cases have recently been reported in North Carolina, and a measles outbreak of over 300 cases is ongoing in Spartanburg, SC.
Image featuring an illustration of measles viruses with a backdrop of a blue gradient. Text reads 'Public Health urges vaccination; Measles detected in wastewater.'

ALT Image featuring an illustration of measles viruses with a backdrop of a blue gradient. Text reads 'Public Health urges vaccination; Measles detected in wastewater.'

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Measles is a highly-contagious viral illness that can have serious health complications. It's spread by direct person-to-person contact & through the air. Symptoms of measles include a fever, runny nose, cough, rash & red eyes. Vaccination is the best protection against measles.
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Public Health recommends the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine for anyone unvaccinated ages one year and older to protect themselves and those around them. The vaccine is free or low-cost at Public Health clinics: meck.co/3Z7hYo7
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The lobby of the Catherine M. Wilson Center (301 Billingsley Road) will close to the public on Dec. 31, 2025. You'll be able to get services like Medicaid applications, Food and Nutrition Services, and other programs at a Community Resource Center: meck.co/4aXdc3L
Exterior view of the Catherine M. Wilson Center.

ALT Exterior view of the Catherine M. Wilson Center.

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