It’s a fourth of July tradition, that fire officials are urging you to leave to the professionals. Despite an ordinance prohibiting fire works within city limits, Lt. Jason Cupps says Montgomery Fire and Rescue Crews are preparing to to respond to at least a dozen more calls on Independence Day. From property damage to serious injury, Cupps says the mishaps…
Autuaga EMA officials say the county’s tornado warning systems have been repaired, but they are still advising residents in the area to take other precautions to stay weather aware. EMA Director Ernie Baggett says it was lightening that took out the counties tornado siren systems, for around 18 hours. Officials have so far only performed a ‘silent test’ and are waiting…
With a heat advisory in effect for much of central and south Alabama, veterinarians and other pet experts are urging the public to keep a watchful eye on their pets. Like humans, pets can also experience heat-related illnesses, like exhaustion and heat stroke. Lea Turbert with the Montgomery Humane Society says to keep pets out of the heat as much…
The conversation continues: What more can be done to make Alabama’s schools safer? State Superintendent Eric Mackey is weighing in on some of the safety protocols already used throughout the state and some of the areas that need to be strengthened. Though the school year is wrapping up Mackey says education officials and law enforcement will use the time that…
United Airlines says it is changing the keypad codes used to open cockpit doors after the previous codes were accidentally posted on a public website. An airline spokeswoman said Monday that United sent a memo to pilots over the weekend telling them to use alternative security measures. United said the breach in security measures was not the result of hacking…
As shoppers rush out to finish off their Christmas lists, police say you need to be vigilant. Authorities say you are most vulnerable when you are walking back to your car with all of your gifts. But Lt. Ray Wagner says Prattville Police are working to make sure every shopper is safe. “We’ve one, beefed up patrols in all our…
Drivers taking to Alabama roads during the Fourth of July holiday should plan for increased traffic and allow extra time to reach their destination. As an added precaution during the heavily traveled holiday, the Alabama Department of Transportation announced today there would be no temporary lane closures on Alabama interstates after noon on Friday, July 1, through midnight, Monday, July…
Across Alabama, families and friends will gather to celebrate Independence Day with parades, parties and fireworks. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) reminds Alabamians safety is important when traveling Alabama roadways or waterways, and when celebrations involve fireworks. “Safety is always a priority, particularly as Independence Day weekend festivities may involve alcohol and may result in traffic or boating crashes,…
