Official government account of the Calhoun County (AL) EMA. Responsible for coordinating mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery for all hazards.

Jacksonville, AL
Joined November 2010
Northeastern Calhoun County is under a Flood Advisory until 4:45 PM. Remember, never attempt to drive through flooded roadways. Turn around, don't drown!
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Kinder Morgan/Southern Natural Gas will conduct a planned natural gas flaring operation near AL Hwy 9 & Cottaquilla Rd in White Plains July 15-16. July 17 may be used if needed. Flaring will occur during daylight hours and is weather dependent.
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Knowing what to do before temperatures rise can make all the difference. Stay informed with updates from @NWSBirmingham, Calhoun County EMA, and trusted media sources. Recognize the signs of heat-related illness, and check on those who may be most vulnerable during extreme heat.
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Calhoun County is under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 7PM.
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Calhoun County is under a Slight Risk (Level 2/5) of severe weather this evening into tonight. Threats include damaging winds, flooding, and isolated, brief tornadoes. Sign up for FREE alerts by texting Join CalhounEMA to 31002 or visit calhounema.org/alerts.
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Calhoun County's risk of flooding continues today and extends through tomorrow. Water over the road? Don't take the chance. Turn around, don't drown! Floodwaters are often deeper than they appear and can quickly become dangerous. Never drive around barricades!
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Calhoun County is under a level 1/5 risk of severe weather tomorrow, Thursday 6/18. Threats include widespread heavy rain, damaging wind gusts & isolated, brief tornadoes. A flood watch is also in effect from 7 AM tomorrow morning through 7 PM Friday night.
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Last week, CCEMA attended the Alabama Disaster Preparedness Conference, connecting with partners from across the state and learning new ways to strengthen preparedness efforts. A special thank you to Shannon Jenkins of @UnitedWayECA for joining our VOAD panel discussion!
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Calhoun County EMA will NOT conduct the monthly siren test today.
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🧵: Following yesterday’s severe storms, the Calhoun County 9-1-1 Center handled more than 330 calls for service as emergency responders, utility providers, and county agencies began response and recovery operations across the area. (1/5)
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Stay clear of downed power lines and damaged utility poles. Always assume lines are energized. Dangerous conditions involving power lines should be reported directly to the appropriate utility provider or to 9-1-1 if there is an immediate threat to public safety. (4/5)
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For assistance locating community resources residents can contact 2-1-1. Trained specialists can help connect you with food banks, shelters, clothing assistance, and other available support resources. (5/5)
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⚠️THREAD: Traffic Advisory for Sunday, May 17⚠️ Motorists should expect increased bicycle traffic & possible travel delays on the following roadways during the times listed in this thread. Please use caution, remain alert, and allow extra travel time if traveling in these areas.
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🚧HWY 21 (Jacksonville): 7:30-8:00 AM 🚧 Cottaquilla Road: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM 🚧 White’s Gap Road: 7:30-9:30 AM & 11:00 AM-5:00 PM 🚧 AL-9/US-78: 7:30-9:30 AM & 11:00 AM-5:00 PM 🚧 HWY 281: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM 🚫 Bains Gap Road will be CLOSED from 7:30 AM-6:00 PM
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Calhoun County has been removed from the Tornado Watch. The threat of severe weather has ended.
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Calhoun County is under a Tornado Watch until 11PM. Sign up for FREE emergency alerts by texting Join CalhounEMA to 31002 or by visiting calhounema.org/alerts.
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Preparedness is not complicated. Have a plan. Build a kit. Stay informed. Calhoun County EMA has spoken. #StarWarsDay #maythe4thbewithyou
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Calhoun County is under a Slight Risk (2/5) for severe weather this evening through early tomorrow, Wednesday 4/29. Threats include damaging winds, large hail, & isolated brief tornadoes. Sign up for FREE alerts: text Join CalhounEMA to 31002 or visit calhounema.org/alerts.
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