Tornado

Public safety

EMA Director Smitherman keeps state ahead of emergencies

The primary work of the agency is strengthening the resilience of the state to mitigate impacts from disasters.

January 2, 2025

Gov. Kay Ivey marks “National Preparedness Month,” calls on Alabamians to take action

Ivey urged all Alabamians to create a plan and be prepared before disaster strikes.

September 5, 2024

DHR offering SNAP Replacement benefits to seven counties following Jan. 12 tornadoes

Eligible SNAP recipients can request replacement benefits in their local DHR offices.

January 23, 2023

Selma community organizers, faith leaders, residents come together

Grassroots organizers are working to help residents of Selma after an EF-2 tornado struck the city.

January 19, 2023

Biden grants disaster declaration for Alabama, triggering release of federal assistance

Congresswoman Terri Sewell announced Sunday that President Joe Biden declared a major disaster in the state of Alabama.

January 16, 2023

Britt: “Our hearts break” for communities devastated by storm damage

“I know that Alabamians in every corner of our state join us in praying for the families of those we've lost," Britt said.

January 13, 2023

Speaker Ledbetter offers sympathy to tornado victims

Ledbetter will visit Autauga and Dallas counties Saturday to survey the damage.

January 13, 2023

Gov. Kay Ivey, Alabama State Parks Foundation launches plan to bolster parks system

The governor spoke about an $80 million bond issue for park improvements that must be approved by voters.

April 16, 2021

State leaders react to deadly tornado in Jefferson County

Monday's devastating severe weather left a 14-year-old dead and at least 30 other people injured.

January 27, 2021

Hurricane Delta to make landfall this evening

Sustained winds of Delta are currently 105 miles per hour, with gusts of 120 miles per hour. Despite the weakening, the NHC warns that this is still a very large storm.

October 9, 2020