Colbert County EMA

10/17/2026

We appreciate Dalton Pharmacy for the donation of candy for our Trunk or Treat event this month. We appreciate your support of EMA/911

Come out to the Colbert County Courthouse (201 N Main St. Tuscumbia, AL 35674) October 29th from 6 PM to 8PM.

10/15/2026

We appreciate the opportunity to work alongside Florence/Lauderdale EMA and multiple other first responder agencies yesterday at the UNA Anderson College of Nursing & Health Professions Disaster Simulation.

It was a great experience being able to give students an inside look at Emergency Management and the important role we play in disaster response and preparedness.

10/09/2026

The greatest threats for both wind / rain should begin around 1 AM Saturday.

Colbert County is under a Wind Advisory & Flood Watch from 1AM Saturday to 7AM Sunday. Expect sustained winds 15-25MPH with peak gusts up to 50MPH and rainfall between 1-3in with isolated amounts of 4-6”.

Be prepared for possible power outages.

Avoid driving through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

10/09/2026

Hurricane Isaiasis forecast to make landfall near the AL/FL Gulf Coast tonight.

There is an increased risk for gusty winds and heavy rain/flooding starting late tonight and persisting through Saturday night for our area.

Most rainfall amounts are currently forecast to be between 2-3 inches with localized flash flooding possible where multiple heavy rain bands occur.

Wind gusts are forecast to reach between 40-50 mph at times, with localized gusts to 60 mph.

Start considering preparations for power outages and flooding now.

10/08/2026

Friday Night through Saturday, we’re expecting a period of strong winds and heavy rainfall across the area.

Wind gusts expected to reach between 34-45 mph at times, with localized gusts to 60mph.

1.5-2.5 inches of rain forecast for most locations.

Very Low chance of tornado formation.

⚠️ Stay weather aware

10/08/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT – AVOID THE AREA 🚨
Colbert County EMA is asking the public to avoid Highway 20 between County Line Road and Sockwell Lane due to a traffic accident.
Motorists are urged to use alternate routes and allow emergency responders room to work safely.
Please avoid the area until further notice.

10/07/2026

Tropical Storm Isaias has formed in the southwest Gulf and is forecast to become a hurricane before making landfall in the northern Gulf Coast Friday Night.

Intensity and speed of system will determine how much rainfall we receive.

Gusty Winds and Flooding are the primary risks for our area.

We will provide updates as the forecast becomes clearer closer to time.

10/01/2026

We were proud to attend the Preparedness for Alabama Resilience Summit at the University of North Alabama yesterday.

We joined emergency management professionals, first responders, community leaders, and partners from across Alabama to learn, share ideas, and strengthen our approach to emergency preparedness and stakeholder partnerships throughout Alabama.

Opportunities like this allow us to connect with others, share experiences, learn from one another, and bring valuable knowledge back to our communities.

We would like to thank Colbert County Sheriff Balentine for participating in one of the panel discussions and sharing his experience and perspective.

09/25/2026

Come out and enjoy a good evening with all your local fire departments.

Please share away!

09/18/2026

Reminder, this exercise will take place this morning. Increased personnel around the Northwest Alabama Regional Airport, Helen Keller Hospital and North Alabama Medical Center.

⚠️ Please be aware: This is a planned exercise, and there will be an increased presence of emergency vehicles and personnel in and around the airport during the exercise period.

There is no actual emergency associated with this activity.