February 19, 2021:
Due to anticipated hazardous weather conditions, County Offices will operate on a two-hour delay for Friday, Feb. 19th.
DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY
WHEREAS, severe winter weather 02/18/21 -Alamance County; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the above-described emergency, I have determined that there is an imminent threat of, or existing conditions have caused or will cause, widespread or severe damage, injury, or loss of life or property, and public safety authorities will be unable to maintain public order or afford adequate protection for lives or property; and
WHEREAS, declaring a State of Emergency and imposing the restrictions and prohibitions ordered herein is necessary to maintain order and protect public health, safety, and welfare, and to secure property.
NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me as the County Board of Commissioner Chair of Alamance County under Article IA of Chapter 166A of the North Carolina General Statutes, specifically Chapter 166A-19 .22.
ection 1. A State of Emergency is hereby declared within Alamance County as more particularly described in Section 2.
Section 2. The emergency area covered by this state of emergency shall be: ~ All areas within the jurisdiction of Alamance County.
Section 3. The following restrictions and prohibitions are imposed: D Evacuation: D Curfew: D Restricted Access: D Business Operations: 0 Alcohol: D Dangerous Weapons & Gasoline: D Other: ~ No restrictions or prohibitions are imposed at this time, but may be addressed in a subsequent declaration or modification.
Section 4. I hereby order all Alamance County law enforcement officers and employees and all other emergency management personnel subject to our control to cooperate in the enforcement and implementation of the provisions of this Declaration, all applicable local ordinances, state and federal laws, and the Alamance County Emergency Operations Plan.
Section 5. I hereby order this declaration: (a) to be distributed to the news media and other organizations calculated to bring its contents to the attention of the general public; (b) to be filed with Clerk to the Alamance County Board of Commissioners and (c) to be distributed to others as necessary to ensure proper implementation of this declaration.
Section 6. This declaration shall take effect on 02/18/21 at 6:00 a.m., and shall remain in effect for fifteen days unless further modified or rescinded.
DECLARED this the 2/18/21 at 6:00 a.m.
Alamance County Vaccine Site Closed Friday, January 8
The Alamance County Health Department will not be administering vaccines tomorrow, Friday, January 8, 2020, at the Career and Technical Education Center due to forecasted hazardous weather conditions.
Please be reminded that vaccines are only provided for Phase 1b, Group 1 – Adults 75 and over and any first responders and healthcare workers that were unable to get vaccinated during Phase 1a at this time.
County Government and local agencies are working hard to streamline the vaccination process, and we ask that you exercise patience. Updated vaccination information will be available at www.alamance-nc.com.
Alamance Land Development Plan Input Session Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
Due to the significant amount of rain and possible flash flooding from Tropical Storm Sally, the Alamance County Land Development Plan Input Session scheduled for Thursday, September 17 at Cedarock Park has been rescheduled.
Please see the revised schedule for upcoming input sessions below:
- Saturday, September 19 from 11am to 1pm
Pleasant Grove Community Center
3958 NC-49, Burlington, NC 27217 - Monday, September 28 from 5pm-7pm
Eli Whitney Community Center
3917 E. Greensboro Chapel Hill Rd., Snow Camp, NC 27349
The updated Land Development Plan will reflect changes and guide growth in a way that will preserve community character, foster economic development, and recognize the County’s natural and cultural assets. Your thoughts, ideas, and feedback are vital throughout the process. To learn more or to register for an input session, please visit www.alamancecountyplan.com.
Please note that all input sessions will follow COVID-19 safety precautions. Each meeting will be divided into 30-minute sessions and limited to 25 participants. Attendees must wear masks and keep at least six feet between themselves and others. For more information regarding safety measures, please visit https://www.alamance-nc.com/covid19/.
Alamance County Urges Residents to Update Emergency Plans and Kits May 3-9 in North Carolina Hurricane Preparedness Week
Alamance County Emergency Management encourages residents to plan now for hurricanes by updating their emergency plans and supply kits. Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30.
“While many are focused on staying healthy and safe during this time, we also want to remind our residents how to prepare for a hurricane and mitigate damage to your home or business,” said Debbie Hatfield, Alamance County Emergency Management Director. “When residents have a plan and a survival kit it goes a long way to help our county preparedness and protect our first responders.”
To encourage residents to prepare, Governor Roy Cooper has declared May 3-9 as Hurricane Preparedness Week. Alamance County residents should take this time to review and practice their emergency plans. “Your emergency plan should include where to go and who to contact when disaster strikes,” says Hatfield. “Make sure to take the time to practice your plan so your family and loved ones know what to do. You should also talk to your neighbors about their plans, especially those who may need assistance such as senior citizens. Discuss how you can assist one another so everyone is safe.”
Residents are urged to take the time to write down their plan and gather important documents, such as copy of driver’s license, insurance policies, medicals records, and bank account statements, and put them somewhere they can quickly access in case of an emergency. Assemble an emergency supplies kit that includes enough non-perishable 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. Make sure to review and update homeowners’ or renters’ insurance policies to ensure they include coverage for damage, natural disasters and flood insurance.
Alamance County residents should stay informed during severe weather by using a battery-powered radio for weather and evacuation information and should know evacuation routes in their community. When asked to evacuate, residents should leave the area immediately.
“Being prepared for severe weather doesn’t mean that we won’t suffer from damage, but it does improve our chances for surviving and recovering quicker from a storm,” says Hatfield.
More information on hurricanes and overall emergency preparedness can be found online at www.ReadyNC.org.
Emergency Management Weather Update and Impact
The combination of high temperatures and humidity will result in heat index values reaching 109°F in some areas Thursday afternoon and evening. Prolonged high temperatures and humidity are expected to remain through the weekend.
- A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 7PM this evening for many areas within the Piedmont including Alamance County.
- An Excessive Heat Watch will go into effect Saturday and Sunday for the county.
- Consecutive days of high heat and minimal cooling at night will result in dangerous conditions
- Heat index values may reach 112°F during the afternoon/evening over the weekend and only drop into the 80s and 90s at night
- Low temperatures will remain in the upper 70s to lower 80s for the county over the weekend
- Prolonged exposure to heat could lead to dehydration, overheating, or heat illness
- Take extra precautions and limit any outside work or activities
- Drink plenty of water
- Wear light weight, light colored, and loose fitting clothing
- Take numerous breaks in the shade if possible while outdoors
- Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop across the region Thursday afternoon with most storms diminishing this evening
- The primary threats with any storm that develops:
- Damaging wind gusts
- Brief, heavy rainfall
- Dangerous cloud-to-ground lightning
- A weather pattern change is expected next week as cooler air will move in Monday increasing the chances for showers and thunderstorms
If you should need to take shelter due to the high heat index please go to:
ACAC – Allied Churches of Alamance County
206 N. Fisher Street
Burlington, NC 27217
They also severe hot meals Monday – Friday for families in need.
For further questions, please contact the Alamance County Emergency Management Department at 336-227-1365.
12-11-18: Alamance County Government Opening at 11:00 am Tuesday
Alamance County Government Offices, Landfill and Convenience Center, and District and Superior Courts will operate on a three hour delay and will be opening at 11:00am on Tuesday (12-11-18) due to winter weather.
For assistance pertaining to the winter storm, please call the Alamance County Call Center at 336-290-0362.
Alamance County Government Closings for Monday 12-10-18
Alamance County Government Closings
Alamance County Government closures for Monday (12-10-18) due to inclement weather:
- County Offices
- Landfill and Convenience Center
- Alamance Libraries
- District and Superior Courts
- Clerk of Court’s Office
- District Attorney’s Office
For assistance pertaining to the winter storm, please call the Alamance County Call Center at 336-290-0362
County Preps for Upcoming Weather Event
Due to the impending winter storm, the County is currently working to ensure that services remain available to residents.
The County is planning to activate the Emergency Operations Center early Sunday morning staffed with emergency services departments and community partners. The Sheriff’s Department, EMS, and Central Communications (911) are working to up-staff in order to accommodate the anticipated bad weather.
At this time, Social Services and the Health Department are preparing to set up a shelter in case there is significant weather that impacts power. The County will provide information once the decision is made to open the shelter to the public.
For assistance pertaining to the winter storm, please call the Alamance County Emergency Operations Center at 336-290-0362.