Here are the latest updates on the serious flooding in Alabama:
🌧️ Current Flood Situation in Alabama
- Flash Flood Emergency Declared
On Wednesday night, an unusually intense flash flood emergency was issued in central Alabama—including Birmingham, Pelham, and Hoover—following historic rainfall ranging from 6 to 10 inches in some areas. Emergency crews conducted dozens of water rescues as numerous vehicles became stranded in floodwaters - Fatalities Reported
Tragically, four people lost their lives in the flooding:- A 4-year-old child in Marshall County
- An 18-year-old woman in Union Grove
- A 23-year-old man and woman found trapped in a vehicle near Hoover
- Infrastructure Damage
Widespread road and bridge closures occurred, particularly in Walker, Cullman, Lauderdale, and Etowah counties. In Hancock and Hale counties, roads collapsed entirely due to erosion. Shoal Creek Bridge was shut down after a barge was lodged against i. Streams and rivers—including parts of the Tennessee River near Florence—rose to dangerous levels. - Warnings and Advisories
Multiple flash flood warnings and watches were issued across western and northern Alabama, notably in DeKalb, Jackson, Madison, and Marshall counties. The National Weather Service emphasized: “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads . A Flash Flood Emergency was also declared in Mobile County, where 5–9 inches of rainfall fell according to NWS estimates
| If You’re Anywhere Near Flood Zones |
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| • Avoid driving through flooded areas — even a few inches of water can sweep a vehicle away. |
| • Follow any road closures—don’t attempt to bypass barricades. |
| • Monitor updates from the National Weather Service and your local emergency management office. |
| • If you’re in a flood-prone county (e.g., Marshall, Jefferson, Cullman), relocate to higher ground and have an emergency kit ready. |
| • Stay alert for after-effects: damaged roads, contaminated floodwaters, and potential outages or winter-related heating disruptions. |
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