According to the National Weather Service, today’s upgraded HIGH RISK from the Weather Prediction Center indicates:

• Particularly dangerous and life‑threatening flash flooding is expected.
• Significant flooding is likely, with locally catastrophic flooding possible in the High Risk area.
• Many roads may become impassable, homes may flood, and water rescues may be required.

A Flood Watch remains in effect through Friday afternoon. Widespread heavy rain will continue:

• 6–12 inches of additional rainfall expected, with isolated totals of 15+ inches possible.
• Saturated soils will make flooding faster and more severe.

Residents in low‑lying or flood‑prone areas should be prepared to move quickly to higher ground when warnings are issued.

Rivers Rising to Flood Stage

Numerous local rivers are forecast to rise to or above flood stage in the coming days, including:

• Styx River at Elsanor
• Fish River, Murder Creek, and other fast‑responding basins if intense rainfall develops at headwaters

River flooding may persist even after rainfall ends.

Severe Weather Risk

In addition to flooding, today also brings a Slight Risk of severe storms, including:

• Isolated tornadoes
• Isolated damaging winds
  Confidence in severe development is moderate and conditions may change quickly.

Hazardous conditions continue along coastal Alabama:

• Life‑threatening rip currents through Saturday
• High surf (5–7 ft) through Friday morning
• Minor coastal flooding expected this afternoon around high tide, especially in low‑lying areas around Mobile Bay

Beach Safe Reminder

• Stay out of the water. Rip currents are strong enough to overpower even experienced swimmers.
• Never swim alone.
• If caught in a rip current: Float, don’t fight. Wave and yell for help.

Sand Available for Residents

To assist with flood preparedness, sand is available at the Baldwin County Central Annex, located at:

22251 Palmer Street D, Robertsdale, AL 36567

Residents must bring their own shovels, tools, and sandbags. The site is self‑serve to allow fast access before heavy rain bands move into the area.

Safety Actions for All Residents

• Avoid flooded roads. Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
• Have multiple ways to receive emergency alerts.
• Clear gutters and storm drains today.
• Monitor weather updates throughout the day from NWS Mobile and Baldwin County EMA.
  
   

The Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency is urging all residents and visitors to prepare for multiple days of hazardous weather conditions expected across the region. According to the National Weather Service Mobile, the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur will produce widespread heavy rainfall, life-threatening flash flooding, and dangerous coastal conditions through the end of the week.

Flash Flooding & Heavy Rainfall

- Many rivers may rise into flood stage, with particular concern for rivers such as the Styx River and Fish River if heavy rain bands align upstream.

Residents living in flood-prone areas are strongly encouraged to make plans now, knowing flooding may develop rapidly. Everyone should have multiple ways to receive alerts and be prepared to move to higher ground if warnings are issued.

Severe Weather Risk

In addition to flooding, the NWS notes the potential for:

- Confidence in tornado development remains low to moderate, but conditions may change quickly.

Coastal & Marine Hazards - Beach & Gulf Safety 

The National Weather Service reports life-threatening coastal conditions through at least Saturday:

- Minor coastal flooding is possible Thursday afternoon.

Beach Safe Guidance

Everyone visiting Baldwin County’s beaches is urged to practice extreme caution:

- If caught in a rip current: float, don’t fight, and wave for help

County Preparedness & Resident Actions

The Baldwin County Commission, Baldwin County EMA, and public safety partners are closely monitoring evolving conditions and coordinating response readiness.

- Monitor updates from NOAA Weather Radio, local media, and Baldwin County EMA

Sand Available for Residents