From the West Alabama Newsroom– Folks in Dallas County — woke up to severe weather Tuesday morning. Torrential rain from the storm caused big problems in Selma. “It was some scary weather that came through our area,” said Rev. Otis Culliver. “It woke us up out of our sleep. The thunder was definitely booming, the lightning was flashing. And just…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– Dallas County EMA officials are urging residents to stay weather-aware during this latest severe weather event. A fast-moving storm system packing dangerous straight line winds — is expected to pass through the area overnight. Director Toya Stiles-Crusoe says first responders — along with city and county officials — have all taken part in several weather…
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The threat of inclement weather has officials in Selma and Dallas County making preparations to keep people safe. City and county officials learned what to expect during a weather briefing with the National Weather Service Tuesday morning. EMA Director Toya Stiles conducted the briefing in the Commissioners Court Room. Severe weather is expected to come…
According to the Chilton County School District’s Facebook page, all Chilton County schools are delayed two hours Tuesday, February 11th due to weather and road conditions. Employees should report at 9:00 am. No breakfast will be served. “Our students, employees and the safety of our community is our first concern!” Tags: Chilton County, chilton county schools, delay, weather
Source: Lauren Goldman << This is a picture sent by a viewer of a tornado touching down near Highway 80 near the Westrock Paper Mill. At 9 PM Monday night, Marengo County EMA told us there is damage five to six miles west of Demopolis on Highway 80. Three injuries have been reported, 12 homes are reported damaged and an…
The strong storms that blew though the Capital City early Monday evening left behind some minor damage. Fire officials say Montgomery Fire Station, Number 12, at the corner of Norman Bridge Rd and East South Blvd, sustained minor roof damage. The station is still in operation. Some trees were knocked down not far away on Hwy 331, and as of…
Friday kicked off Alabama’s Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. Select items will be exempt from state taxes until Midnight Sunday, February 24. This weekend will be the prime time to stock up on emergency supplies. Exempt items must cost under $60, but generators under $1000 are exempt for the holiday. For a full list of items that are exempt, Click…
A large tree fell near A home on Kenny Street just after 5 this morning. A family was inside at the time, but they were able to exit the home with help from Montgomery Fire Officials. No one was injured. Categories: News Tags: Alabama News Network, Local News, weather
Montgomery Fire Officials have confirmed 2 people were injured when a tree fell onto a house in the 800 block of Sayre Street just after 4 this morning. Their injuries are considered to be minor. Categories: News Tags: Alabama News Network, Local News, weather
For some, rising temperatures outside means finding the right balance between fun in the sun and spending more time inside. Olivia Venable with the Millbrook Senior Center is already making summer activity plans with the increased risks of overheating for seniors in mind. “A person that’s 60 or older with the risk factors of age and medications” she explained “10…
