State of emergency declared due to winter storm

The City of Hickory has declared an official state of emergency effective at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, in response to a major winter storm.

The emergency declaration activates the Hickory Emergency Operations Plan for all departments. The declaration also authorizes the City to apply for financial assistance, if needed, through state or federal agencies.

Winter weather updates are being posted to the City’s website at www.hickorync.gov/winter-weather-updates-january-2026 and shared on social media. Be sure to follow the City of Hickory on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cityofhickory and on X at @CityofHickory. 

To receive important storm information and local emergency notifications, please sign up for CodeRED emergency notification alerts under the “How Do I” navigation tab at www.HickoryNC.gov.