MONTGOMERY, Ala. — September has been designated National Preparedness Month, and Governor Kay Ivey is calling on Alabamians to take proactive steps to protect their families before disaster strikes.
“Alabama is no stranger to Mother Nature in all shapes, forms and sizes. From hurricanes to tornadoes, we’ve seen it all,” said Governor Ivey. “I have always believed in having a plan, and I’ve got one. Every Alabama family should, too. Preparedness saves lives, and it makes our communities stronger when challenges come our way.”
This summer, Ivey joined the Alabama Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) in Clanton to cut the ribbon on the newly renovated State Emergency Operations Center. With upgraded technology, improved communication systems, and built-in redundancies, the facility is designed to ensure the state can respond quickly and effectively during disasters at home or in neighboring states…