Alabama governor unveils statewide flood alert system

During her ninth and final State of the State address, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced the launch a statewide flood notification system designed to alert people quickly when flood dangers arise.

The system, funded initially with about $1.2 million, will be managed by the Alabama Emergency Management Agency and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Ivey said it’s expected to operate in each of the state’s 67 counties by the summer.

“Alabama is no stranger to natural disasters,” Ivey said during her address. “Protecting the safety of all Alabamians, especially our children, is our top priority, and this statewide flood notification system will ensure families receive timely alerts to prepare and stay safe. By launching this notification system now, we are getting ahead of Alabama’s camps serving children this summer.”

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