Saturday, April 13 2013 5:26 AM EDT2013-04-13 09:26:04 GMT
The National Weather Service says it appears a strong tornado tore a path a few miles long through the Notasulga community in Macon County, Alabama. News Leader 9's Elizabeth White visited with one familyMore >>
The National Weather Service says it appears a strong tornado tore a path a few miles long through the Notasulga community in Macon County, Alabama. News Leader 9's Elizabeth White visited with one familyMore >>
Wednesday, March 27 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-03-28 02:22:10 GMT
Hank Golden and his grandson are about to become two brave souls when they drop their boat in the frigid waters of Lake Martin. It's sunny but very cold and they know it. ""We're prepared. We got ourMore >>
Hank Golden and his grandson are about to become two brave souls when they drop their boat in the frigid waters of Lake Martin.More >>
Wednesday, March 27 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-03-27 20:53:06 GMT
U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan Wednesday announced the allocation of nearly $120 million throughout the State of Alabama to help communities in their recovery effortsMore >>
U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan Wednesday announced the allocation of nearly $120 million throughout the State of Alabama to help communities in their recovery effortsMore >>
Thursday, March 21 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-03-22 03:32:54 GMT
Butler County has indicted a famous groundhog for the rash of cold weather we've been having.The indictment, filed by Butler County Prosecuting Attorney Michael Gmoser, alleges that on or about FebruaryMore >>
Officials in Butler County, Ohio have indicted a famous groundhog for the rash of cold winter-type weather we've been having.More >>
YOUR HOME
Know the hurricane risks for your area.
Find out if your home is subject to storm surge flooding.
Inspect your property for potential problems that may arise during a hurricane.
Consider installing permanent protection for your windows. Learn how to install any manual window protection that you may have so that you can do so quickly if a hurricane threatens the area.
YOUR BOAT
If you own a boat, plan ahead where you will put it in case of a weather emergency.
YOUR PROPERTY/INSURANCE
Investigate flood insurance. Your local Emergency Management office or insurance agent can inform you about the National Flood Insurance Program.
Inventory your property by making a list, taking photographs, or making a video. Store in a secure, dry place like your safety deposit box.
YOUR FAMILY
Devise an emergency communications plan with your family so that you will know what to do in the event you are separated.
Also, ask an out-of-state friend or relative to be the family contact. If family members need to call this person, it will be easier since local lines may be disrupted.
Make sure that family members know how to respond during a hurricane emergency. Teach them how and when to turn off gas, electricity, and water.
EVACUATION/SHELTERS
Plan your evacuation route to an area well inland. This plan should include information about the safest routes and nearby emergency shelters.
Check how long it will take you to reach your safe area during peak evacuation traffic.
Make advance arrangements for pets. EMERGENCY SHELTERS CANNOT TAKE PETS!
SUPPLIES
Consider purchasing UV resistant tarps and other tools needed to make temporary repairs.
Gather your disaster supplies. Prepare for the worst, get enough applicable supplies for at least 3 days. See PREPARING AN EVACUATION KIT for a list of disaster supplies to include in your kit.
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