Alabama prepares for Hurricane Isaias
Alabama's Governor Kay Ivey declared a state of emergency for 40 counties on Wednesday as a tropical storm system approached the state. The system was expected to potentially develop into a hurricane and reach Alabama by Friday. The emergency declaration was issued to prepare the state for possible damage from the approaching storm.
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2 developments- Oct 7Ivey issues emergency proclamation as Tropical Storm Isaias builds toward hurricane strength
- Oct 8Governor issues state of emergency for 40 counties in storm preparation
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2 viewpointsIvey issues emergency proclamation as Tropical Storm Isaias builds toward hurricane strength
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Governor Kay Ivey declares State of Emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Isaias
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2 viewpointsIvey declares state of emergency for Alabama: Isaias may bring floods, tornadoes
As hurricane watch covers the Alabama coast, Governor Ivey issues state of emergency in 40 counties
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