The City of Mobile, Mobile County and the City of Gulf Shores have all declared a state of emergency as severe weather spinning off from Hurricane Ida threatens Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
Except for emergency personnel, City of Mobile operations will close in response to Ida during a designated Alert status mobilization period from 12 p.m. on Sunday until a time to be determined. All City of Mobile offices will be closed on Monday, August 30, 2021.
“We are continuing to monitor for flooding and potential debris and will keep citizens informed,” Mayor Sandy Stimpson said. “As we start to feel the local impacts of Hurricane Ida, I would also encourage all Mobilians to stay weather aware.”
City of Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft and members of the City Council declared a local state of emergency for the City of Gulf Shores due to imminent threats from Hurricane Ida.
As of the 11 a.m. CST advisory issued by the National Weather Service, a Tropical Storm Warning, Storm Surge Warning, and Tornado Watch are now in effect for the Coastal Baldwin County area, which includes the City of Gulf Shores and the surrounding areas.
A dangerous rainfall and flooding event is likely for our area. Significant rainfall totals in the amount of 5-10 inches are possible, with isolated amounts up to 15 inches now through Tuesday. The City encourages residents in low-lying areas, including West Beach, Little Lagoon, Plash Island, Fort Morgan Peninsula, RV/Mobile Homes, and any other rising-water, flood-prone areas, to be prepared to seek higher ground and protect themselves if necessary.
At this time, travel is discouraged. Do not venture out on the roadways unless absolutely necessary. If you come across roadblocks or barricades due to flooded conditions, do not attempt to drive around. At this time, Windmill Ridge Road is closed, and a number of other roadways are expected to be inundated with water during this storm event. These include, but are not limited to the following:
· Windmill Ridge Road
· Hwy 182
· Creekview Drive
· West 3rd Ave
· West 4th Ave
· West 5th Ave
· West 6th Ave
· West 8th Ave
· West 12th Ave
· Sunset Drive
· Hwy 59 – between Waterville and Bayou Village Bridge
· Sunrise Drive
· Minnow Lane
· West Lagoon Ave
· Brigadoon Trail
· Lagoon Winds Drive
· Waterway West
· Plash Island
All beachfront public parking lots, including Little Lagoon Pass, are closed at this time and will remain closed until the storm has passed and clean up can be completed.
Gulf Waters Remain Closed. Double red flags are currently flying in Gulf Shores, indicating that the waters are closed due to life-threatening surf and rip currents. Those who enter the water are subject to a fine and possible arrest.
The City of Mobile has designated Theodore High School, 6201 Swedetown Road North, as a general population/medical needs shelter. Those in need of transportation to this shelter should call 251-460-8074. The Mobile County Health Department will have personnel on-site for medical needs.
Government Plaza in Mobile and all Mobile County offices will be closed on Monday.
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