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Hurricane Irma and Alabama

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Alabama Hurricane Irma Updates
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Tue, Sep 12 2017 12:37:59

Alabama Hurricane Irma Updates

Resources and news items complied by the WBHM news team

  1. Thumbnail for Some Irma Evacuees Remain at Talladega Superspeedway | WBHM 90.3Some Irma Evacuees Remain at Talladega Superspeedway | WBHM 90.3
    Though most of nearly 200 Irma evacuees from Florida have left Talladega Superspeedway, there are still roughly 60 people in recreational vehicles there.
    Dan Carsen
  2. Thumbnail for Governor Ivey Closes Some State Offices for Monday, Issues Directive for Others | Governor of AlabamaGovernor Ivey Closes Some State Offices for Monday, Issues Directive for Others | Governor of Alabama
    MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Sunday announced the closure of state offices in several Alabama counties ahead of the
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  3. WBHM
    WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    Many area schools closing tomorrow for #Irma: Jeffco, Pell City, Sylacauga, Oxford, Bessemer, Etowah, Leeds, St.Clair Co, Talladega, Walker.

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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 21:35:13

  4. WBHM
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    With high winds, power outages are possible. @alabamapower recommends keeping cell phones charged and having weather radios handy. #Irma  https://twitter.com/alabamapower/status/906989459899666432 …

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 21:29:26

  5. katevarner
    Kathryn Varner@katevarner
    Was just out on 280 and while there was a lot of traffic, no issues. @WBHM  https://twitter.com/WBHM/status/906951222111993861 …

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:55:28

  6. WBHM
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    Ivey says President Trump called her twice today with assurances he’s ready to help Alabama as needed. #hurricaneirma2017

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:55:01

  7. WBHM
    WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    Meteorologist with @NWSBirmingham: AL hasn’t been under an active tropical storm warning since 2009. AL no stranger to severe weather.

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:50:37

  8. WBHM
    WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    Gov. Kay Ivey to Alabama residents: “We must take this storm seriously.” Stock up on supplies, prepare emergency kits. #IrmaHurricane2017

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:45:23

  9. WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    Some local roadways congested, but overall traffic is moving well. -George Conner of AL Dept of Transportation #IrmaHurricane2017

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:43:16

  10. WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    George Conner of AL Dept of Transportation: most up-to-date info on roadways and traffic is here:  http://www.algotraffic.com  #hurricaneirma2017

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:38:41

  11. WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    AL officials have asked travelers to call 211. Connects to state services. Since Friday, they’ve received 700+ calls. #hurricaneirma2017

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:36:47

  12. WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    Ivey press conference: will start with larger shelters that can sustain significant winds. Tiered response to conserve state resources.

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:34:29

  13. WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    Two Red Cross shelters open in Alabama. Not at capacity. State officials plan to open more shelters in stages. #hurricaneirma2017

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:32:56

  14. WBHM 90.3 FM@WBHM
    During Gov. Ivey’s press conf on #Irma, residents urged to prep now. Mobile home residents should move to sturdier structures through Tues.

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 18:22:21

  15. ICYMI:
    Winds are picking up across Central AL tonight. Stronger winds come in Monday into Tuesday morning. Now is the time to prepare! #alwx pic.twitter.com/r5vPrst6Bv

    NWS Birmingham@NWSBirmingham
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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 17:18:13

  16. For those still unclear about hurricane winds…
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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 16:56:23

  18. Bill Partridge@ChiefBPartridge
    Calhoun County Schools are CLOSED Monday and Tuesday due to Tropical storm Irma.

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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 16:26:04

  19. A hazard-management team from #Minnesota camps out w’ @bham_fire on way to #Florida. Listen to/follow @WBHM for more on #Irma. Cc MN_IMT pic.twitter.com/JoIKX5Hk4m

    Dan Carsen@DanAtWBHM
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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 16:04:15

  20. At the authorization of @GovernorKayIvey, the SEOC in Clanton is activated at level one, due to the potential impact of Hurricane #Irma. pic.twitter.com/nOn9zYBNJw

    Alabama EMA@AlabamaEMA
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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 13:05:33

  21. Helpful tips to consider today before heavy rain and strong winds impact eastern and portions of central Alabama. pic.twitter.com/xm0ADc5Zp1

    NWS Birmingham@NWSBirmingham
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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 12:47:29

  22. weather
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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 12:10:43

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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 12:11:36

  24. NWS Birmingham@NWSBirmingham
    Also good for those in east-central Alabama to make preparations for possible power outages tomorrow and Tuesday as well.

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 12:04:38

  25. NWS Birmingham@NWSBirmingham
    Those in east-central Alabama should bring inside any fairly lightweight or high-profile belongings that may blow around in gusty winds.

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 12:04:16

  26. @zoyaroses Yes. Elmore and Montgomery were added, but not Autauga. pic.twitter.com/Tpn9zkFNfN

    NWS Birmingham@NWSBirmingham
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    Sun, Sep 10 2017 04:37:38

  27. Alabama EMA@AlabamaEMA
    As a reminder, the 211 call centers are staffed 24hours a day & are ready to assist evacuees coming into the state #Irma @FLSERT  https://twitter.com/alabamaema/status/906238925903200256 …

    Sun, Sep 10 2017 00:44:24

  28. AU ALERT@AUALERT
    AU ALERT: Classes canceled, normal ops suspended for Monday 9/11/17 due to Hurricane Irma. Monitor  http://auburn.edu  for updates.

    Sat, Sep 09 2017 23:21:38

  29. The National Weather Service in Birmingham Saturday afternoon said Hurricane Irma will affect parts of Alabama on Monday and Tuesday. The eastern portion of the state will feel the effects most, including Birmingham, Clanton, Montgomery, Troy, Eufala, Alexander City, Anniston, Gadsden, and Auburn. Those areas could see 25-40 mph winds, and wind gusts as high as 55 mph. Rainfall totals will be from 1 to 3 inches. NWS meteorologist Gerald Satterwhite said Irma is not expected to pose a tornado threat in Alabama. The National Weather Service in Birmingham covers 39 counties.
  30. The National Weather Service in Tallahassee has issued a hurricane warning for counties in southeast Alabama.
  31. An update on expected impacts from Irma. Check back for updates through the weekend as the forecast track for Irma becomes more defined. pic.twitter.com/ThZNjI2qME

    NWS Birmingham@NWSBirmingham
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    Sat, Sep 09 2017 16:42:06

  32. Hurricane Warnings have been issued for Eastern Big Bend counties. Watches have been extended inland and westward. pic.twitter.com/XZ84MKaCdr

    NWS Tallahassee@NWSTallahassee
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    Sat, Sep 09 2017 16:33:18

  33. State of Emergency expanded in Alabama
  34. Update from the City of Birmingham on possible shelter opening
  35. Governor Ivey Issues State of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Irma | Governor of Alabama
    MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday issued a State of Emergency ahead of Hurricane Irma, which is expected to
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  36. Governor of Alabama
    http://governor.alabama.gov/irma
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  37. State of Alabama website with resources for Hurricane Irma evacuees
  38. City of Birmingham@cityofbhamal
    Boutwell Auditorium will continue as the drop off location for donated supplies (canned goods and bottled water) starting Monday 8am-6pm

    Sat, Sep 09 2017 14:41:59

  39. City of Birmingham@cityofbhamal
    Currently, Montgomery is at 25% capacity

    Sat, Sep 09 2017 14:40:17

  40. City of Birmingham@cityofbhamal
    When the existing shelter at ASU in Montgomery reaches 2/3 capacity, Birmingham will be activated and will open Bill Harris Arena

    Sat, Sep 09 2017 14:40:01

  41. City of Birmingham@cityofbhamal
    Storm shelters for evacuees in Alabama will be filled from South to North.

    Sat, Sep 09 2017 14:39:34

  42. Happening now: Mayor Bell joins the Red Cross and the Emergency Management Association to…  https://www.instagram.com/p/BY0l3G3jffw/ 

    City of Birmingham@cityofbhamal
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    Sat, Sep 09 2017 13:21:07

  43. Troy University@TROYUnews
    Irma prompts class cancellations:  http://troy.today/news/irma-prompts-class-cancellations/ …

    Fri, Sep 08 2017 21:14:17

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