MCHD Emergency Preparedness

08/15/2025

Prepare for possible power outages if Hurricane is in your forecast this weekend. Charge your electronic devices. Get flashlights & extra batteries. Stock your pantry with nonperishable food.

If using a generator, keep it outside - at least 20 feet from the house.

08/04/2025

Welcome to National Emergency Management Awareness Month!

Every day, emergency managers work to keep our communities safe, prepared, and resilient. They plan, train, coordinate, and step in when it matters most. This month is about putting a spotlight on that work and showing why it matters.

Stay connected: https://www.iaem.org/KnowYourEM

Use these hashtags throughout the month to join the conversation:

07/28/2025

A heat advisory is in effect today for the area from 10am until 6pm. Heat index values of 108 to 112 are anticipated.

A Heat Advisory is in effect today for the area from 10 am until 6 pm. Heat index values of 108 to 112 are anticipated.

07/15/2025

Dealing with the anxiety that can come with hurricane season is a real and understandable concern. It's normal to feel stressed when faced with the potential threat of inclement weather.

Mobile County residents have access to the CredibleMind site. There are numerous articles, community resources, and activities to support our mental wellbeing during this hurricane season.

Here are a few of our favorite ones:

https://alabama.crediblemind.com/insights/three-strategies-for-surviving-and-thriving-through-wildfire-and-hurricane
Find a new mindset, prepare, and be the change you wish to see.

https://alabama.crediblemind.com/topics/natural-disasters?query=
Its normal to worry about the impact but it is essential to focus on what’s within your control.

https://alabama.crediblemind.com/articles/natural-disasters-and-severe-weather
Information for before, during and after a natural disaster.

07/15/2025

The NWS is continuing to monitor Invest 93L, an area of low pressure off the east coast of Florida that is expected to push into the northeastern Gulf by tomorrow. Formation chance has increased to 40 percent. Rip current risk will quickly rise to a HIGH RISK by THURSDAY. Prepare for heavy rainfall. Stay alert for possible flooding.

07/08/2025

It's Hurricane Season. Be ready before a named storm makes landfall. These 5 Ps will help you stay ahead, stay safe, and stay smart.

03/15/2025

➡️ 6pm Update - There is currently a brief lull in storm intensity but storms should re-intensify over the next few hours as another disturbance approaches from the west.

03/15/2025

Multiple Safer Places will open Saturday, March 15, at 10 a.m. and will remain open until "all clear."

Call 2-1-1 in Mobile County for information and/or transportation.

LIST OF SAFER PLACES:

Chickasaw First Baptist Church • open for anyone • 92 5th Street, Chickasaw, AL 36611

McKemie Place • open for women only • (COVID test required)

Ryan’s Refuge • open for anyone including those with pets • 554 South Craft Highway, Mobile AL 36617

Salvation Army • open for men only • 1009 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36604

Waterfront Rescue Mission • open for men only • 279 North Washington Avenue, Mobile, AL 36603

WHY?
Strong to severe thunderstorms are predicted to move through the area Saturday, March 15, between the early afternoon and midnight. In addition to heavy rainfall, this storm brings the potential for tornadic activity, sustained winds over 40 mph, and anticipated wind gusts of 70 mph or more.

WHAT'S A SAFER PLACE?
A Safer Place is a place to go during severe weather that is safer than the outdoors, a mobile home, or similar. They are open for the duration of a weather event. Safer Places meet structural requirements, but these facilities are generously provided by organizations to assist their neighbors. They may not be certified tornado shelters, and absolute safety is not guaranteed.

WHAT ELSE?
Unless indicated, pets are not allowed except for service animals.

Bring any food, water, blankets, toiletries, medications, etc. that may be needed during the immediate threat and duration of the weather event.

Waterfront Rescue Mission is serving as the lead organization. • United Way 2-1-1 is the primary point of contact. • Mobile County Emergency Management Agency is assisting with coordination. • The City of Mobile and Mobile County are not opening shelters.

03/15/2025

➡️ A few safety tips to keep in mind if you need to shelter during severe weather tonight or tomorrow →

🔦 Have a flashlight or headlamp handy.

📱 Have a method of communication (cell phone, walkie-talkie, etc).

🔑 Grab your wallet & keys.

🐶🐱 Don’t forget about the pets!

02/25/2025

The Mobile County Commission applauds Mobile County EMA Cold Weather partners for serving the community during the winter storm of Jan. 2025. The storm was historic for snowfall, and the sustained below-freezing temperatures made conditions life-threatening. From Sunday, Jan. 19, through Saturday, Jan. 25, almost 1,000 people were sheltered, more than 3,250 meals were served, and nearly 500 volunteer hours were expended in an unprecedented, coordinated sheltering effort.

02/24/2025

The Mobile County Commission began today’s session by presenting a proclamation to several entities who assisted during the winter storm that struck during January. Among those recognized were the MCHD Emergency Preparedness office and the Mobile County Healthcare Emergency Response Coalition. https://mchd.org/county-commission-gives-thanks-for-winter-weather-response-02-24-25/

02/21/2025