Cherokee County Emergency Management Agency-Alabama

06/23/2026

06/22/2026

The severe thunderstorm watch for Cherokee County has been canceled.

06/22/2026

Severe Thunderstorms Watch is in effect until 7pm this evening.

06/22/2026

Cherokee County remains under a marginal risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather today and tonight. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and continue into the evening hours.

The strongest storms could produce damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph, frequent lightning, and heavy rainfall. While the tornado threat remains low, an isolated brief tornado cannot be ruled out with any stronger storm that develops.

The greatest potential for stronger storms in Cherokee County appears to be during the late afternoon through late evening hours, generally between 6 PM and 11 PM, as storms move across Northeast Alabama.

Residents are encouraged to remain weather aware throughout the day, ensure they have multiple ways to receive warnings, and review their severe weather safety plans. Secure loose outdoor items, and be prepared to move to a sturdy building if a Warning is issued.

You can sign up for FREE Cherokee County Emergency Management alerts by texting cherokeecountyema to 24639 or by visiting www.cherokeecounty-al.gov/ema

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from Cherokee County Emergency Management

Today we honor all fathers, grandfathers, and father figures whose strength, dedication, and guidance make a lasting difference in the lives of their families and communities.

Thank you for the sacrifices you make and the example you set every day.

We wish you a safe, happy, and well-deserved Father’s Day!

06/18/2026

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING FOR CHEROKEE COUNTY THROUGH FRIDAY.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

06/18/2026

Cherokee County remains under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather through approximately 10 PM tonight. Scattered thunderstorms may develop across the area, with the primary threats being damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph and frequent lightning.

While the tornado threat is low, the National Weather Service notes that an isolated, brief tornado cannot be ruled out with any stronger storm.

Residents are encouraged to have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, remain alert to changing conditions throughout the day, and be prepared to move to a sturdy shelter if a warning is issued.

You can sign up for FREE Cherokee County Emergency Management alerts by texting cherokeecountyema to 24639 or by visiting www.cherokeecounty-al.gov/ema

06/18/2026

Yesterday the Senior Tech Connect class had a guest lecturer. Cherokee County EMA Director Shawn Rogers presented Passkeys: A Simpler, Safer Way To Sign In. This was part of a series taught by Library Director Dana Carroll through partnership with Senior Planet and OATS, both divisions of AARP.

06/18/2026

In this short video, we'll show you how to sign up for FREE Cherokee County Emergency Management alerts and download the Cherokee County EMA mobile app so you can receive critical notifications directly on your phone.

📱 Text cherokeecountyema to 24639
🌐 Visit www.cherokeecounty-al.gov/ema
📲 Download the Cherokee County EMA app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store

06/18/2026

Cherokee County residents should be prepared for periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms on Thursday. While the highest threat for severe weather is expected across Central and South Alabama, a few stronger storms could still affect our area.

The main concerns for Cherokee County will be heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and gusty winds, with isolated strong wind gusts possible in stronger storms. Rainfall may lead to ponding of water on roads and localized flooding in low-lying or poor drainage areas, especially where heavier rain occurs repeatedly.

⏰ Timing: Thursday morning through Thursday evening.

✅ What You Should Do:
•Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, especially if storms occur while you’re asleep or away from home.
•Use caution while traveling during heavy rain.
•Never drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
•Secure loose outdoor items that could be blown around by gusty winds.
•Stay weather aware and monitor forecast updates throughout the day.

Cherokee County EMA will continue monitoring conditions and will provide updates if watches or warnings are issued.

You can sign up for FREE Cherokee County Emergency Management alerts by texting cherokeecountyema to 24639 or by visiting www.cherokeecounty-al.gov/ema