Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Capt. Jeremy Burkett emphasizes the importance of practicing safety and following state boating laws on the July 4 weekend.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Capt. Jeremy Burkett emphasizes the importance of practicing safety and following state boating laws on the July 4 weekend.
The Fourth of July is almost here, and it’s important to be prepared for one of the busiest lake weekends of the year.
Lake Martin is a top spot for spending the July 4 holiday — with crowds of boats, however, it is crucial to practice boating safety and remain aware of marine laws in Alabama. Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Capt. Jeremy Burkett urges boaters to remain safe while following state laws if they want to spend the holiday weekend on the lake.
...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY
EVENING...
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...A portion of central Alabama, including the following
counties, Autauga, Barbour, Bibb, Bullock, Calhoun, Chambers,
Chilton, Clay, Cleburne, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Greene, Hale,
Jefferson, Lee, Lowndes, Macon, Marengo, Montgomery, Perry,
Pickens, Pike, Randolph, Russell, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter,
Talladega, Tallapoosa and Tuscaloosa.
* WHEN...From Thursday morning through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
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