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Community Storm Shelters

As part of Colbert County's commitment to being 'Storm Ready' and with the aid of FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) grants, the Colbert County Commission has erected Community Storm Shelters in four areas throughout Colbert County. Built of reinforced concrete, these shelters are designed to provide our citizens with safe harbor during severe weather conditions in the County.

These storm shelters are located in Cherokee, Littleville, Leighton and Ford City.

  • Cherokee
    1211 2nd Street
  • Littleville
    1448 Jackson Highway
  • Leighton
    8856 Main Street
  • Ford City
    14439 County Line Road

Click here for an Adobe PDF map of the sites.

These shelters are available to the citizens of Colbert County and our visitors when severe weather situations threaten. Once the Colbert County Emergency Agency has been advised that the area has been placed under "Tornado Watch" status by the National Weather Service, the shelters will be opened and remain so until the severe weather threat has past; at least for the duration of the "Watch/Warning".

If you'd like additional information regarding our community storm shelters project, you can contact us at the phone number or address listed below.

Colbert County Emergency Management
120 West 5th Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Phone (256)386-85674
FAX (256)386-8564

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Mission Statement

Provide quality services as provided by law or mandated by the public, to enhance the health, safety and general well-being of the citizens and promote industrial and economic development of Colbert County.

Guiding Principles:

  • Conduct County operations in a legal, ethical and fair manner.
  • Conduct the public's business in a manner that is responsive, accessible and open to all.
  • Provide professional leadership and operational excellence.
  • Recognize that County employees and volunteer citizens are the foundation upon which these services are provided.
  • Promote Industrial Development

Contact Us

Address:
201 N. Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Telephone:
(256) 386-8501
FAX:
(256) 386-8510
Colbert County is an equal opportunity employer.