hurricanes

Rafael may be gone, but forecasters are now watching a new disturbance in the Caribbean. That new system could become a tropical storm by mid November. Rafael was no threat to Alabama’s Gulf coast. But, the National Weather Service says that past storm is a reminder that a tropical system doesn’t have to hit Alabama directly to have an impact.

Hurricane Milton strikes Florida on the heels of Hurricane Helene - and again, pets need protection!

Weather watchers are tracking the progress of what could soon become Hurricane Helene. The system grew to Tropical Storm strength as it made it way north through the Gulf of Mexico. Helene is expected to make landfall along the Florida panhandle overnight on Thursday, perhaps as a major hurricane. That path is east of Alabama. But, September is also National Disaster Preparedness Month.

It is so important for pet owners to make sure their furry friends stay safe, especially in a dangerous storm!

June 1 is the start of the Atlantic hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting a stronger season than normal.…

Storms continue to form in the Atlantic region, so pet owners should be prepared to keep themselves and their best friends safe. If that means evacuating…

Government forecasters are set to release their prediction later today for how many hurricanes and tropical storms they expect to form over Atlantic and…

Emergency managers in Alabama are gearing up for the beginning of hurricane season next month.The state of Alabama will hold its annual hurricane drill…

The City of Fairfield may soon have its water shut off due to unpaid bills, according to Birmingham Water Works.Al.com reportedly obtained an e-mail from…

The Alabama Education Association is taking public school teachers’ insurance provider to court.The group says the Public Education Employees’ Health…