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Segundo Refugio en el Condado de Alamance

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Emergency Management, General News, Public Safety, Shelters, Storm Information.

El Condado de Alamance abrirá el Centro Comunitario Fairchild (827 S. Graham Hopedale Rd, Burlington, NC 27217) el viernes (09/14/18) a las 10:00 a.m. para todos aquellos que necesiten refugio de emergencia debido al Huracán Florence.

Aquellos que buscan refugio de emergencia deberan traer sus propias mantas / almohadas, medicamentos, alimentos o suplementos dietéticos especiales, información de contacto y otros artículos necesarios. No se permite el consumo de alcohol, drogas ilegales o armas. El Centro Comunitario Fairchild no admite mascotas pero los residentes pueden traer sus mascotas y serán transportadas al refugio de animals en Burlington donde serán atendidos durante la tormenta.

Para asistencia relacionada con el Huracán Florence, pueden comunicarse al centro de llamadas del Condado de Alamance al telefono 336-290-0362.

Si necesita información adicional del Condado de Alamance con respecto al Huracán Florence visite la pagina de internet https://www.alamance-nc.com/emergency-information/.

Friday, September 14, 2018: Health Department and Social Services Closed

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Emergency Management, Employees, General News, Health, Public Safety, Social Services, Storm Information.

The Alamance County Health Department and Social Services will be closed Friday, September 14, 2018.

For assistance pertaining to Hurricane Florence, please call the Alamance County Call Center Line at 336-290-0362.

Additional Alamance County Government information regarding Hurricane Florence is found at https://www.alamance-nc.com/emergency-information/.

Alamance County Courts Closed

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Courts, Emergency Management, General News, Public Safety, Storm Information.

The Alamance County District and Superior Courts as well as the Alamance County Clerk of Court Offices will be closed Friday, September 14, 2018.

For assistance pertaining to Hurricane Florence, please call the Alamance County Call Center Line at 336-290-0362.

Additional Alamance County Government information regarding Hurricane Florence is found at https://www.alamance-nc.com/emergency-information/.

Parks and Landfill Updates

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Emergency Management, General News, Landfill, Public Safety, Recreation, Storm Information, Website Announcements.

Due to Hurricane Florence, all Alamance Parks facilities, including parks, community centers, and Haw River Trail Park and Paddle Access points will be closing at 5pm today (9/13/18) through Sunday (9/16/18).

The Alamance Landfill has adopted the below schedule (subject to change):

1. Landfill and Convenience Center will operate on a normal schedule on Thursday.

2. Landfill and Convenience Center will operate on a normal schedule on Friday as long as weather conditions allow for safety.

3. Landfill and Convenience Center will be closed on Saturday.

4. Convenience Center will operate on a normal schedule on Sunday.

  • Please be sure to secure all garbage and recycling containers in a shed or garage if possible to prevent them from being blown around due to high winds.

Stay informed about information regarding Hurricane Florence at https://www.alamance-nc.com/emergency-information/. For general questions relating to emergency operations or shelters, please call 336-290-0362.

The Lamb’s Chapel Shelter Information

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Emergency Management, General News, Public Safety, Shelters, Storm Information.

As previously announced, The Lamb’s Chapel located at the Haw River Campus (415 Roxboro Rd, Haw River, NC) will be open on Thursday (9/13/18) at 10:00am for all those who require overnight emergency shelter due to the anticipated storm.

Those seeking emergency shelter should bring their own blankets/pillows, prescription medication, special dietary foods or supplements, contact information, and other necessary items. No alcohol, illegal drugs, or weapons are permitted. As a reminder, The Lamb’s Chapel Shelter is not pet friendly, but residents can bring pets, and they will be transported to the Burlington Animal Shelter where they will be taken care of during the storm.

Stay informed about information regarding Hurricane Florence at https://www.alamance-nc.com/emergency-information/.

The Lamb’s Chapel in Haw River Shelter Activated

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Emergency Management, General News, Public Safety, Shelters, Storm Information.

The Lamb’s Chapel located at the Haw River Campus (415 Roxboro Rd, Haw River, NC) will be open on Thursday (9/13/18) at 10:00am for all those who require overnight emergency shelter due to the anticipated storm.

The shelter will be open to families, women and men, and meals will be provided. While the shelter is not pet friendly, you are welcome to bring your pets, and they will be taken to the Burlington Animal Shelter where they will be kept safe until after the storm.

Stay informed about information regarding Hurricane Florence at https://www.alamance-nc.com/emergency-information/.

State of Emergency Declared for Alamance County

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, Commissioners, County News, Emergency Management, General News, Public Safety, Storm Information.

Chair Amy Galey of the Alamance County Board of Commissioners declared a local ‘State of Emergency’ for Hurricane Florence effective today, September 11, 2018 at 9:30 am.

As Hurricane Florence approaches, we are preparing for the impact it will have in Alamance County,” said Emergency Management Director Debbie Hatfield. “A state of emergency allows use to coordinate and request additional emergency supplies and resources that will help to support the community before, during, and after the storm.” The county also plans to open the Emergency Operations Center on Thursday which allows for increased cooperation and communication with emergency services and community partners.

County officials continue to request that residents prepare for Hurricane Florence by reviewing their emergency plans and putting together supply kits that include enough nonperishable food and water to last each family member three to seven days. Residents can also sign up to receive emergency alerts directly from Alamance County Emergency Management and other Public Safety agencies through Nixle. Please visit www.alamance-nc.com/em/getalerts/ or text ALAMANCE to 888777.

More information on hurricanes and overall emergency preparedness can be found on the ReadyNC mobile app (for the iPhone and Android smartphones and devices) and online at www.ReadyNC.org.

Alamance County Urges Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Florence

Written by Alamance Webmaster on . Posted in Announcements, County News, Emergency Management, General News, Public Safety, Storm Information.

The Alamance County Emergency Management Department is closely monitoring the forecast and working with community partners in preparation for Hurricane Florence.

At this time, we encourage residents to sign up to receive emergency alerts directly from Alamance County Emergency Management and other Public Safety agencies through Nixle. Please visit www.alamance-nc.com/em/get-alerts/ or text ALAMANCE to 888777.

Emergency Management also advises residents to prepare by updating their emergency plans and supply kits. Gather important documents, such as copy of driver’s license, insurance policies, medicals records, and bank account statements, and put them somewhere for easy access in case of emergency. Assemble an emergency supplies kit that includes enough nonperishable food and water to last each family member three to seven days.

Other essential items include:

  • First-aid kit
  • Weather radio and batteries
  • Prescription medicines
  • Sleeping bag or blankets
  • Changes of clothes
  • Hygiene items such as toothbrush, toothpaste, soap and deodorant
  • Cash
  • Pet supplies including food, water, bedding, leashes, muzzle and vaccination records

More information on hurricanes and overall emergency preparedness can be found on the ReadyNC mobile app and online at www.ReadyNC.org.