Governor Ivey Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Storm for 37 Counties

T.L. Sullivan | The Weekly Ledger News | Area News (WAFF)

Montgomery, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey has declared a State of Emergency for 37 counties ahead of the incoming winter storm.

Gov. Ivey announced on Thursday morning in preparation for the winter weather expected on Friday.

The counties under the State of Emergency include: Bibb, Blount, Calhoun, Chambers, Cherokee, Chilton, Clay, Cleburne, Colbert, Coosa, Cullman, DeKalb, Elmore, Etowah, Fayette, Franklin, Jackson, Jefferson, Lamar, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Lee, Limestone, Macon, Madison, Marion, Marshall, Morgan, Pickens, Randolph, Shelby, St. Clair, Talladega, Tallapoosa, Tuscaloosa, Walker, and Winston.

Photo Courtesy of WSFA: Governor Kay Ivey declared a State of Emergency for 37 counties before the incoming winter storm.

Gov. Ivey released the following statement:

“Cold temperatures have persisted in Alabama this week, and we anticipate the potential for winter weather to impact our state, particularly our driving conditions. As we all know, winter weather is challenging in a state like Alabama due to forecast uncertainties. That being said, I encourage Alabamians to make any needed preparations today, and if you are in an impacted area and do not have to be on the road, try to avoid it. Keep an eye on your local forecasts and stay weather aware.”

Officials state the state of emergency will go into effect at 1 p.m. Thursday and will remain in effect for the duration of the state of emergency.