Cherokee County Emergency Management Agency-Alabama

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The Cherokee County Emergency Management Agency is an ALL-HAZARDS Emergency Management Agency who prepares for, responds to, mitigates and recovers from all disasters and emergencies both natural or man-made in order to protect life and property. We are a government organization who prides ourselves in professionalism by maintaining a page that provides the public with factual information needed t

o make educated and informed decision about your health and safety. This page is not a platform for you to share your political beliefs or agendas. This page is not designed for political debates or threats and violence toward government. If you choose to engage in any of the aforementioned acts your posts and comments are subject to being hidden from public view. We try to remain as transparent as possible by only providing factual and reliable information to help protect the lives and property of our citizens and the environment. Please be respectful to others and if we can help you in anyway please let us know.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING.
06/01/2026

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING.

SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Alabama Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought Low-interest disaster ...
06/01/2026

SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Alabama Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought Low-interest disaster loans now available.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Alabama to offset economic losses caused by a drought beginning on Feb. 17.

The disaster declaration covers the Alabama counties of Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, DeKalb, and Etowah, as well as the Georgia counties of Chattooga, Floyd, and Polk.

Under this declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries, and PNPs — including faith-based organizations — with financial losses directly related to this disaster.

The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises.

EIDLs are available for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the small business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage. The loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.

“Through a declaration by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, SBA provides critical financial assistance to help communities recover,” said Chris Stallings, associate administrator of the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the SBA. “We’re pleased to offer loans to small businesses and private nonprofits impacted by these disasters.”

The loan amount can be up to $2 million with interest rates as low as 4% for small businesses and 3.625% for PNPs, with terms of up to 30 years. Interest does not accrue, and payments are not due until 12 months from the date of the first loan disbursement. The SBA sets loan amounts and terms based on each applicant’s financial condition.

To apply online visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email [email protected] for more information on SBA disaster assistance.

For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

The deadline to return economic injury applications is Dec. 21.

Cherokee County Weather Update – Monday, June 1Cherokee County remains under a Level 2 (Marginal) Risk for severe weathe...
06/01/2026

Cherokee County Weather Update – Monday, June 1

Cherokee County remains under a Level 2 (Marginal) Risk for severe weather today as scattered thunderstorms develop and move across the region this afternoon and evening. The primary threat window will be approximately 11 AM through 3 PM, with a few storms potentially becoming strong to severe. Main hazards include damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to quarter size. While the greater severe weather risk is focused farther west and northwest across Central Alabama, any stronger storm that develops over Cherokee County could still produce localized wind damage, downed trees, and dangerous lightning. Residents are encouraged to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, remain weather-aware throughout the afternoon, and be prepared to move indoors quickly if warnings are issued.

You can sign up for FREE emergency alerts by texting cherokeecountyema to 24639 or visit www.cherokeecounty-al.gov/ema

⚠️ POWER OUTAGE NOTICE ⚠️TVA has identified a transmission issue affecting service to the East Centre Substation. This i...
05/30/2026

⚠️ POWER OUTAGE NOTICE ⚠️

TVA has identified a transmission issue affecting service to the East Centre Substation. This issue is a result of a large Osprey nest that is affecting the transmission lines.

The outage is expected to last for an undetermined amount of time while TVA and Cherokee Electric Cooperative crews complete repairs and safely restore service.

Residents are encouraged to make any necessary preparations now and use caution during the outage. Updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as crews work to resolve the issue and restore reliable power service.

PUBLIC ALERT – Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG)Please be advised that the Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) will pass...
05/28/2026

PUBLIC ALERT – Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG)

Please be advised that the Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) will pass through Rome and Floyd County on Sunday and Monday, with portions of the route entering Cherokee County, Alabama, on Monday, June 1, 2026.

More than 900 cyclists are expected to participate in the event, utilizing public roadways, parks, and trails throughout the area.
Cyclists are scheduled to depart The Forum in Rome, Georgia, at approximately 7:00 AM Monday morning. The route will travel through Cave Spring before briefly entering Alabama via George Road.

The Alabama portion of the route includes:
• Cherokee County Road 22
• Cherokee County Road 78

The route will then return into Floyd County, Georgia.

Motorists should expect an increased presence of cyclists along these roadways during the morning and early afternoon hours.

Drivers are urged to use caution, reduce speed, remain alert, and allow additional travel time in affected areas.

Please help us keep participants and motorists safe by sharing the road responsibly.

FLOOD WATCH is in effect for much of Central Alabama until 10 PM tonight. With multiple days of rain already behind us, ...
05/26/2026

FLOOD WATCH is in effect for much of Central Alabama until 10 PM tonight.

With multiple days of rain already behind us, the ground is saturated. Extra downpours today could quickly lead to ponding on roads or isolated flash flooding.

You can sign up for FREE emergency alerts by texting cherokeecountyema to 24639 or visit www.cherokeecounty-al.gov/ema

Memorial Day 2026Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our na...
05/25/2026

Memorial Day 2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

Memorial Day is more than a holiday — it is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made to protect the freedoms we enjoy every day.

We are forever grateful to those who answered the call with courage, honor, and selfless dedication.

As we gather with family and friends this weekend, let us never forget the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We remember. We honor. We are grateful. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

Flash Flood Watch for Cherokee County until 6PM this evening.

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

A batch of heavy rain and thunderstorms is forecast to move across the watch area this afternoon. High rainfall rates could result in isolated flash flooding.

Marginal Risk For Strong Storms TodayThere is a Marginal (level 1 of 5) Risk of severe storms today from 10 am - 6 pm. T...
05/24/2026

Marginal Risk For Strong Storms Today

There is a Marginal (level 1 of 5) Risk of severe storms today from 10 am - 6 pm. The main threat with these storms will be wind gusts up to 60 mph.

Please remain weather aware throughout the day and remember that you can sign up for FREE emergency alerts by texting cherokeecountyema to 24639 or visit www.cherokeecounty-al.gov/ema

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Centre, AL
35960

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