History of WAKA Action 8
It was March 17, 1960, that Action 8 first signed on the air to serve our part of Alabama.
East Alabama
Jackson’s Gap residents begin cleanup after confirmed EF-2 tornado
Residents along Rock Springs Road in Jackson’s Gap spent Sunday starting the cleanup process.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Storm deaths reported in Alabama, including in Plantersville
At least two deaths have been reported in Alabama after yesterday’s severe weather, including in our area.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Power outage reports
Here are the latest power outage numbers in our area.
PHOTOS: Storm damage in Alabama
Action 8 News is getting photos of storm damage from across the state.
ACTION 8 WEATHER AUTHORITY: Know your Alabama county map
When you see weather warnings on Action 8, it’s helpful to know where you are located. Our map of Alabama counties can help.
Gov. Kay Ivey issues State of Emergency for severe weather
Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a state of emergency for all 67 counties ahead of this weekend’s severe weather.
3 Lee County men indicted, charged under Criminal Enterprise Act
Three men in Lee County have been indicted for discharging a weapon into an occupied building or vehicle, with enhanced charges under Alabama’s Criminal Enterprise Act.
ACTION 8 CODE RED: New Tornado Watch until 3AM Sunday
CODE RED: A new Tornado Watch is in effect until 3AM Sunday morning.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: State prison officials say inmate who escaped in Alexander City area has been recaptured
The Alabama Department of Corrections is no longer looking for an escaped inmate in the Alexander City area.
