Annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee in Selma Will Go On Despite Tornado Damage
Despite the damage from the Jan. 12 tornado in Selma, officials with the Bridge Crossing Jubilee say this year’s event will go on as scheduled in early March.
Saving Selma
United Way Offices Working to Help Tornado Victims
The River Region United Way, the United Way of Selma & Dallas County, and many others, including WAKA and Winn-Dixie, are working together to bring help to tornado victims in our area.
Tornado Donations Pouring into Prattville to Be Sent to Victims
A third load of donated items will be sent from Prattville to tornado victims in our area.
Attorney General Warns Tornado Victims to Beware of Repair Scams
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is warning tornado victims to beware of scam artists as they move forward in the recovery process.
FEMA: 900+ People in Autauga, Dallas Counties Have Asked for Tornado Recovery Help
Federal, state and local leaders held a briefing on tornado recovery efforts on Tuesday afternoon in Selma.
NWS: Dallas County Tornado on the Ground for 22 Miles
National Weather Service survey teams are releasing more details about the tornado that hit Dallas County last Thursday.
Classes in Selma City Schools to Be Remote This Week as Tornado Recovery Continues
Students in Selma City Schools will take classes remotely this week due to the devastating tornado that hit the city last Thursday.
President Biden Approves Federal Tornado Aid for Autauga and Dallas Counties
Besides Autauga and Dallas counties, damage assessments are continuing in other areas, and they may be designated for federal assistance.
District Attorney Michael Jackson Rode Out Tornado in Basement of His Selma Home
District Attorney Michael Jackson told WAKA what it was like to ride out the tornado in the basement of his Selma home, which had its roof blown off.
Inmates Moved Out of Tornado-Damaged Dallas County Jail
Dallas County Sheriff Mike Granthum talked with WAKA about the tornado damage at the jail that has forced inmates to be sent to other jails across the state.
