Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency

06/17/2026

The Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency will conduct a full-scale emergency exercise on Wednesday, June 17, beginning at 10 a.m. The exercise will simulate a train derailment involving hazardous materials near Lee High School.

Residents may notice an increased presence of emergency vehicles, personnel and response activity in the area between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

This is only a training exercise. There is no actual emergency, no threat to the public and no action is required by residents.

The exercise is designed to help local agencies train together and evaluate emergency response procedures in a realistic environment.

Questions regarding the exercise may be directed to Peter Randolph at [email protected] or 256-427-5130.

06/15/2026

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06/09/2026

🌦️ Isolated showers and storms are possible through Thursday, but rain chances increase Friday as a cold front approaches.

🥵 Heat will be the bigger story Wednesday through Friday, with dangerous temperatures expected across the region. Remember to stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade or A/C, and never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.

06/08/2026

Several roads remain closed in Madison County:
Little Cove Road at McMullen Lane in Gurley
Brownsboro Road at Wall Road in Brownsboro
T.E. MicKinney and Sneed Avenue in Owens Cross Roads
T.E. McKinney and Wall Street in Owens Cross Roads
Old Highway 431 at Old Big Cove Road
Bell Factory Road at Steakley Road
Naugher Road at Jordan Road extending to Homer Nance Road
Voekel Road and Naugher Road

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06/08/2026

More rain is forecast. Please stay weather aware!

[1145AM] Areas from New Market to Owens Cross Roads to Scottsboro saw the most rainfall over the past 24 hours. We are anticipating even MORE rain today, especially over northeast Alabama. Please stay weather aware & turn around, don't drown if you encounter flooded roads!

06/08/2026

Several area roads are closed due to flooding of the Flint River:
Little Cove Road at McMullen Lane in Gurley
Brownsboro Road at Wall Road in Brownsboro
T.E. McKinney and Wall Street in Owens Cross Roads

06/08/2026

School's out for summer! ☀️

With kids home more often, now is a great time to refresh your emergency plans and work on emergency preparedness as a family.

A little preparation now can help keep your family safe all summer long!

06/08/2026

Please be prepared to act if a warning is issued for your area.

A Flood Watch is in effect for portions of northern Alabama and southern middle Tennessee until 8 PM CDT today. Additional excessive rainfall is expected this afternoon, which may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and urban areas.

06/08/2026