MCHD Emergency Preparedness

05/26/2026

The EP Team had so much fun during the 2026 Hurricane Awareness Tour!

The event allowed residents to tour three specialized aircraft, including USAF Reserve WC-130J hurricane hunter aircraft, a NOAA WP-3D Orion aircraft, and a NOAA King Air used to collect critical storm data.
Experts and flight crews met with the public to discuss the science of storm tracking. The tour, held during National Hurricane Preparedness Week, serves as a reminder for families to finalize emergency plans and kits before hurricane season.

03/17/2026

❄️ Cold Weather Alert – Shelters Available ❄️
Emergency cold-weather overnight shelters will open at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 16 and are expected to open nightly through Wednesday if temperatures remain below 40. Check back here for updates.

Waterfront Rescue Mission
279 North Washington Avenue
Salvation Army
1009 Dauphin Street
McKemie Place
Call 2-1-1 for information

📅 Dates: March 16, 2026
⏰ Time: Shelters open at 5 p.m.

Please share this to help anyone who may need a safe, warm place. Call 2-1-1 for the most up-to-date cold-weather shelter information (or text your zip code to 898-211 for help). Refer back to this post for any potential updates.

02/19/2026

🌪️ Get Ready, Alabama! 🌪️

The Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is happening this weekend in Alabama! Now’s the perfect time to stock up and save on essential emergency supplies.

🧊 Covered items include:

Reusable ice packs

Ice chests / coolers

Water storage containers

Non-electric can openers

Other eligible severe weather preparedness supplies

Preparing ahead of time can make all the difference when severe weather strikes. Take advantage of these tax-free savings and make sure your family is ready.

For a complete list of tax-exempt items, visit the official fact sheet from the Alabama Department of Revenue here:
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Severe-Weather-Sales-Tax-Holiday-Fact-Sheet.pdf

Stay safe and stay prepared! 🌧️⚡

02/04/2026

When extreme cold hit, Mobile County came together – and lives were protected.

From Jan. 25–Feb. 1, 2026, local government, nonprofits, and faith-based partners coordinated a rapid cold-weather response to care for our neighbors. Together, 2,195 people were sheltered, 6,270 meals were served, and volunteers gave 1,944 hours to keep our community safe.

This effort reflects the strength of collaboration and timely action – and the meaningful impact that’s possible when organizations and local government work together. Thank you to every partner and volunteer who made this response possible.

01/29/2026

King Cake > Wind Chill

According to the US National Weather Service Mobile Alabama, wind chills as low as 5-15 degrees each night and lower 20's during the day are expected this weekend.

Bundle up and let the good times roll!

01/29/2026

Dangerously cold temperatures arrive this weekend. Don't forget to bundle up and let the good times roll!

Dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills arrive this weekend. Wind chills as low as 5 -15 degrees each night and lower 20's during the day are expected. Areas near and north of highway 84 may stay below freezing for 30 to 36 hours late Friday night through Sunday morning.

01/26/2026

01/23/2026