Natural Disaster Assistance

Your safety is our highest priority. In an emergency, always follow the instructions given by federal, state, and local emergency management officials.

Best come prepared: Make a plan for your household to keep you and your family safe in the event of severe weather.

For more general information, check out these helpful links:

• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Alabama Emergency Management Agency 
• American Red Cross
  • Shelter Locator

Tornado Safety:

In the event of a tornado:

• Go to a safe shelter immediately, such as a safe room, basement, storm cellar or a small interior room on the lowest level of a sturdy building.
• Stay away from windows, doors, and outside walls.
• Do not go under an overpass or bridge. You’re safer in a low, flat location.
• Watch out for flying debris that can cause injury or death.
• Use your arms to protect your head and neck.
• If you can’t stay at home, make plans to go to a public shelter.

Additional Resources:

• Tornado Safety
• Quick Facts & Word to Know
• Be Prepared
• Taking Shelter 

Flood Safety:

Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States. If you are in a flood, find shelter right away.

• “Turn Around, Don’t Drown!” Do not walk, swim or drive through floodwaters.
• Stay off of bridges over fast-moving water.

Additional Resources:

• Flood Safety 
• Flood Maps
• How to Prepare & Survive Floods

Hurricane Safety:

Alabama’s hurricane season typically lasts from May 15 to November 30.

Ahead of hurricane season:

• Assemble an emergency preparedness kit.
• Create a household evacuation plan that includes your pets.
• Stay informed about your community’s risk and response plans.

Additional Resources: 

• Prepare for Hurricanes
• Hurricane Safety
• Hurricane Checklist