DeKalb County EMA

UPDATE on “Hazardous Chemical Spill” in Rainsville

The DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency issued an Evacuation Order that was in effect for approximately 1,000 feet from the…

2 years ago

DeKalb County Sheriff Nick Welden announces passing of communications resolution

Dekalb County Sheriff Nick Welden is pleased to announce the passing of a resolution by the Dekalb County Commission, to…

2 years ago

Storm Shelter Locations In DeKalb County

The DeKalb County Emergency Management Agency says the following community shelters will be open in DeKalb County. City of Crossville:…

4 years ago

40,000 Gallon Fuel Leak at Ft Payne Convenience Store

According to information released during a recent meeting of the DeKalb County EMA, over the last six months, approximately 40,000…

7 years ago

Log Truck Collides With Train In Collinsville

Very fortunately no one was injured after a train and a log truck collided in Collinsville just before 11 a.m.…

7 years ago

DeKalb County EMA Says ALL Roads In DeKalb County Are Impassable, Advises Travel For Emergency Vehicles Only

IMPASSABLE TRAVEL ADVISORY: EFFECTIVE 4:30 PM, ALL ROADS AND BRIDGES IN DEKALB COUNTY SHOULD BE CONSIDERED IMPASSABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.…

9 years ago

DeKalb County EMA Upgrading Radio Communications

Authorities are moving toward better communication. It's a new 800 megahertz system that acts like a private cell phone network,…

10 years ago