Russell County, AL EMA



Public Safety, Public Trust

Emergency Management simply explained is a resource to the community...

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Many people never see us or even know that we exist and we would say that’s a good thing...

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Programs such as the Russell County Community Emergency Response Team is a great way to help the community...

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Did you know that Russell County has 3 tornado shelters? Do you know where they are located? Click below to find the closest shelter near you.

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Report Storm Damage

June 16, 2023 Comments Off on Report Storm Damage RCEMA

We’ve added a new page on the website! The Storm Damage Form is only to be used to report non-emergency storm damage. This will help our situational awareness better inRead More…

Severe Weather Awareness Week

February 6, 2023 Comments Off on Severe Weather Awareness Week RCEMA

This week has been proclaimed the Alabama Severe Weather Awareness Week by Alabama Governor, Kay Ivey. National Weather Service Offices serving counties in Alabama, Alabama Emergency Management Agency and otherRead More…

Extreme Cold

December 20, 2022 Comments Off on Extreme Cold RCEMA

Just like tornados, extremely cold temperatures can cause damage to the local infrastructure and special considerations should be made. Although rare in our area, should wintery precipitation occur, you shouldRead More…

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