Alabama National Guard members called to duty for winter storm

More than 400 Alabama National Guard members have been called to duty in preparation to help with the winter storm that is expected to begin on Tuesday.

The National Guard stood up seven of its multi-functional Mobility Support Teams to operate out of seven regional facilities from Birmingham to Mobile.

“One of the unique things about our Guardsmen is being part of the communities they serve,” said Maj. Gen. David Pritchett, Alabama National Guard Adjutant General. “Stepping up to tackle uncommon challenges is a huge responsibility, but we’re proud to stand with our state partners to see our neighbors through the storm.”

The MSTs are equipped for route reconnaissance, right of way clearance, transportation of critical resources, search and rescue, and more. The ALNG is also capable of rapidly expanding, reducing or altering its response to meet evolving needs.

The ALNG will operate under the direction of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency and in close partnership with the Alabama Department of Transportation, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and local services for the duration of the winter weather response.