January 20, 2026 — Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services officials are closely monitoring the potential for upcoming winter weather and are encouraging residents to take proactive steps now to ensure readiness. Emergency Management officials advise reviewing or updating household emergency plans, checking road conditions before traveling, and making sure essential supplies such as food, water, medications, batteries, and flashlights are readily available. Residents are urged to remain weather-aware and rely on trusted local sources for updates, as conditions and forecasts may change quickly in the coming days.