Baldwin EMA is Urging People on the Gulf Coast to be Prepared for Hurricanes

OBA Staff • June 7, 2024

Baldwin County Residents Advised to Prepare for Hurricanes

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – As the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season began on June 1st, the Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) urges all residents to take proactive steps to ensure their safety and preparedness. Forecasters predict an active hurricane season, making it crucial for every household and business in Baldwin County to be prepared for potential impacts.

Preparedness Tips:

1. Know Your Risks: Understand the specific risks that hurricanes and tropical storms pose to your area.

2. Make an Emergency Plan: Ensure all family members know how to contact each other and where to meet in case of an evacuation.

3. Gather Supplies: Have enough supplies for you and your family to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours, including medications and pet supplies.

4. Know Your Location: Be familiar with your location on a map, your evacuation zone, and potential evacuation routes.

5. Review Important Documents: Ensure all important documents and insurance policies are up-to-date, including flood insurance if necessary.

6. Recognize Warnings and Alerts: Learn to recognize emergency warnings and alerts.

7. Stay Informed: Have multiple ways of receiving information from the National Weather Service of Mobile, Baldwin County EMA, and local news outlets.

Resources and Information:

Local Emergency Alerts: Alert Baldwin
Prepare & Plan: Prepare & Plan
Weather Information: NWS Mobile
Evacuation Information: Evacuation
Shelter Information: Shelters
Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer
Report Storm Damage: Report Damage
Stay Alert Baldwin County Publication: Stay Alert

The Baldwin County EMA urges everyone to prepare now and stay informed throughout the hurricane season. For Baldwin County Alerts and Weather Updates, visit Alert Baldwin.

Follow Baldwin County EMA on Social Media:

Facebook: Baldwin County EMA
Twitter: Baldwin EMA
Instagram: Baldwin EMA

Additional Sources of Information:

Baldwin County EMA: Baldwin EMA
National Weather Service Mobile: NWS Mobile
U.S. Department of Homeland Security: [Ready.gov

For more information, contact the Baldwin County EMA at (251) 972-6807. In the event of an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

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