Cleburne County EMA

10/08/2026

10/08/2026

(10/08/26 12:40 pm) A Flood Watch will be in effect for all of Central Alabama from 7 pm Friday evening through 7 am Sunday morning. 2-4 inches of rainfall is expected across the watch area with locally higher amounts up to 5 inches will be possible.

10/07/2026

Tropical Storm Isaias has developed in the Southwestern Gulf and is forecast to intensify into a hurricane over the next 24 hours. Some model uncertainties still exist in regards to timing, intensity, and exact track, so refinements to this forecast are likely. Most impacts to Central Alabama will be felt in the form of gusty winds and steady rainfall Friday into Saturday. Continue to check the latest forecasts from official sources. Start considering preparations for power outages and flooding.

09/11/2026

The NWS has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Cleburne County until 6:15PM this evening.

09/04/2026

CLEBURNE COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Is taking applications for the position of

Communication Officer

This position is a Full Time/Temp classified, professional position reporting directly to the Cleburne County Emergency Manager.
Starting pay is $13.91

Position includes participation in the State of Alabama Retirement System.

Applications may be obtained at the Cleburne County Mountain Center located at: 6751 Hwy 78, Heflin, Alabama between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Applications must be submitted to the Personnel Office by Friday, September 11th, 2026.

Job Qualifications:
Potential candidates should possess the ability to answer calls, follow written policies and directives, sit for long periods of time, work various and rotating shifts, perform overlapping tasks and duties, manage stress effectively, remain calm and professional during emergency situations, address the public with respect, and have writing and computer skills to maintain logs and compose letters, math skills to determine mileage and distance, and reading skills to read and interpret data presented in non-traditional formats.

Other Characteristics:
Preferred characteristics are: possession of a high school diploma; experience with computers, data entry and communications equipment; ability to be on call and work nonstandard hours; ability to read maps and give directions; ability to travel overnight for training; ability to enter data at a minimum of 20 wpm and be familiar with Windows and Microsoft Office type applications. All applicants must submit to a physical, drug test and background investigation all at the expense of 911 upon being offered a position and prior to their employment.

The Cleburne County Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

09/02/2026

HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 8 PM CDT SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 expected.

* WHERE...All of Central Alabama.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 8 PM CDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

09/01/2026

Heat Advisory will go into effect across all of Central Alabama from 10 am Wednesday through 8 pm Saturday evening. High heat and humidity will create heat index values up to 107 degrees during the late morning through the mid-afternoon hours.