Agriculture USDA highlights support programs for Alabama farmers hit by severe weather The federal agency offered technical and financial assistance resources to agricultural workers recovering from recent tornadoes, snow and hail. Wesley WalterMarch 27, 2026
State Gov. Ivey encourages Alabamians to take advantage of Severe Weather Preparedness Tax Holiday Governor Kay Ivey urged Alabamians to stock up on tax-free emergency supplies from February 20-22 ahead of the upcoming tornado season. Alex JobinFebruary 16, 2026
Governor Gov. Ivey encourages Alabamians to be proactive during National Preparedness Month Ivey encouraged Alabamians to safeguard their families, emphasizing that preparedness saves lives and strengthens communities against Mother Nature. StaffSeptember 3, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Why the oil and natural gas industry has to stay alert this hurricane season These safety protocols are essential to ensuring the best opportunity to provide Americans with fuel at the pump before, during, and after a storm. Gifford BriggsJune 20, 2025
News Gov. Ivey reminds Alabamians to take part in annual severe weather tax holiday During this period, state sales and use taxes will be waived on a variety of essential items. StaffFebruary 21, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt: Funding severe weather detection saves Alabamians’ lives At Britt’s request, legislation would appropriate $3 million for the expansion and upgrade of the South Alabama Mesonet. StaffJuly 18, 2023
National Biden grants disaster declaration for Alabama, triggering release of federal assistance Congresswoman Terri Sewell announced Sunday that President Joe Biden declared a major disaster in the state of Alabama. StaffJanuary 16, 2023
Local news Birmingham’s BJCC to be used as a warming station Don Lupo, director of the Mayor's Office of Citizen Assistance, said in a Facebook post that the BJCC will be used as a warming... John H. GlennJanuary 5, 2022
National Hurricane Ida slams into Louisiana Hurricane Ida came ashore in Louisiana as a strong Category 4 storm with sustained winds of over 100 miles an hour. Brandon MoseleyAugust 30, 2021
State Southeast Alabama could be heavily impacted by Tropical Storm Fred The National Weather Service is forecasting that the storm will make an impact on the Florida Panhandle coast and cross into Southeast Alabama. Brandon MoseleyAugust 16, 2021