Mayor Sandy Stimpson declares state of emergency, closes City of Mobile offices 

Aug 29th, 2021

Mayor Sandy Stimpson declares state of emergency, closes City of Mobile offices 

Mobile, AL – Mayor Sandy Stimpson has declared a state of emergency in preparation for Hurricane Ida as our area starts to feel the effects of this powerful storm.

Except for emergency personnel, city operations will close in response to Ida during a designated Alert status mobilization period from 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 29, 2021, until a time to be determined. In accordance with the order, all City of Mobile offices will be closed on Monday, August 30, 2021. 

“We are continuing to monitor for flooding and potential debris and will keep citizens informed,” Mayor Sandy Stimpson said. “As we start to feel the local impacts of Hurricane Ida, I would also encourage all Mobilians to stay weather aware.” 

Our area is under multiple watches and warnings from the National Weather Service related to Hurricane Ida. Our area is expected to see heavy rain, flooding, storm surge and the potential for tornadoes. Citizens should stay off the roadways unless necessary. 

Theodore High School (6201 Swedetown Road North, Theodore, AL 36582) is open as a general population/medical needs shelter. Those in need of transportation to this shelter should call 251-460-8074. The Mobile County Health Department will have personnel on-site for medical needs.