Emergency preparedness is not just for professionals. In fact, we encourage everyone to take part in planning for emergencies. If you have children or you are a child care provider,Read More…
In Russell County we test the sirens weekly on Saturdays at 12:00 EST The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), in conjunction with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the NWS,Read More…
Sign up here for alerts from the National Hurricane Center While Russell County is well inland from the coast, hurricanes can and have affected our area in past. Many residentsRead More…
A Pandemic is a global disease outbreak. A flu pandemic occurs when a new influenza virus emerges for which people have little or no immunity, and for which there isRead More…
The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced that federal economic injury disaster loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives and most private, non-profit organizations of all sizes locatedRead More…
Monitor NOAA All Hazards Radio or your favorite news source for vital weather information. If flooding occurs, get to higher ground, away from areas subject to flooding. Avoid areas already flooded andRead More…
A comprehensive school safety plan must address the issues that are relevant to the educational environment and the community as a whole. Any hazard that is present in the communityRead More…
In the event of a release of hazardous materials, you may be asked to shelter-in-place. This type of sheltering is different from the shelter you take in a storm orRead More…
Terrorism Terrorism is the use of force or violence against persons or property in violation of the criminal laws of the United States for purposes of intimidation, coercion, or ransom.Read More…
SEVERE WEATHER TERMS AND DEFINITIONS Warning: A particular weather hazard is either imminent or has been reported. A warning indicates the need to take immediate action to protect life and property.Read More…
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