Record Flooding Drenches Georgia: Convoy’s Atlanta Distribution Center Brings Hope

Catastrophic flooding leaves hundreds dead and thousands missing, including foreign tourists and Americans

SPRINGFIELD, MO (November 6, 2026) — Convoy of Hope is responding to the historic flooding that has devastated communities along the Georgia-Tennessee border after torrential rainfall overwhelmed rivers and streams throughout the mountainous region of northern Georgia.

Overnight thunderstorms brought as much as 8 to 10 inches of rain to parts of the region, sending the Toccoa River to a record crest of approximately 18 feet. The flooding submerged homes and businesses, washed out bridges, and triggered mudslides, leaving residents stranded and prompting emergency evacuations.

More than 100 people have been rescued across Georgia and Tennessee as emergency crews worked to reach residents trapped by rapidly rising floodwaters. In McCaysville, Georgia, flooding has forced school closures, restricted travel, and left significant damage throughout the community. The city also declared a state of emergency as officials continued assessing the destruction.

Through its Regional Distribution Center in Atlanta, Georgia, Convoy of Hope is delivering timely relief to communities affected by the flooding. With homes and businesses severely damaged and residents beginning to face the challenges of recovery, Convoy of Hope is working to provide practical assistance to families in need.

As communities begin the difficult process of cleaning up and rebuilding, Convoy of Hope remains committed to helping navigate the aftermath of this disaster.

(Tracey Trumbull/Local 3 News via AP)

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About Convoy of Hope
Convoy of Hope is a global, faith-based organization that serves vulnerable communities. By partnering with local churches, businesses, civic organizations and government agencies, Convoy has strategically offered help and hope in more than 130 countries around the world. Since its founding in 1994, Convoy of Hope has served 350 million people and counting. Visit convoyofhope.org to learn more.