Madison County EMA

Sweater weather is here! 🧥🍁 Cooler, drier weather will continue across the Tennessee Valley through Tuesday, with mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies and little to no chance of rain. Afternoon highs will stay in the 60s, while overnight lows dip into the 30s. Keep an eye out for patchy frost Sunday and Monday mornings! Looks like a great few days to enjoy that fall weather! The afternoon hours will be the perfect to get outside, go for a walk and grab a coffee at your favorite local spot. ☕☀️

⚠️ Outdoor Warning Siren System Test Canceled Today's scheduled Outdoor Warning Siren System test has been canceled due to inclement weather. In observance of the Veterans Day holiday next Wednesday, the next scheduled test will take place on Wednesday, December 2, at Noon, weather permitting.

⛈️ STORMS POSSIBLE OVERNIGHT A broken line of showers and thunderstorms is expected to move through our region tonight, generally between 12 AM and 4 AM. There is a low chance of strong to severe storms, particularly west of I-65. The primary concerns are heavy rainfall and localized flooding, along with the potential for damaging winds and an isolated tornado or two. ⚠️ Don't let overnight storms catch you off guard! Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, including methods that will wake you up while you're sleeping.

Showers are likely, with a low chance of thunderstorms, from this evening through Wednesday. ⛈️ A low risk of localized flooding exists, particularly across portions of northwest Alabama. Rain chances are expected to decrease by Thursday! ☀️

Showers are likely, with a low chance of thunderstorms, from this evening through Wednesday. ⛈️ A low risk of localized flooding exists, particularly across portions of northwest Alabama. Rain chances are expected to decrease by Thursday! ☀️

Daylight Saving Time ends today, Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00 a.m. local time, when clocks "fall back" one hour to 1:00 a.m. ⏰ Daylight Saving Time will resume on Sunday, March 14, 2027. ☀️

🎃 Happy Halloween! Stay Safe Out There! As you head out for trick-or-treating tonight, remember that safety is part of the fun! 🚗 Drivers: Slow down, eliminate distractions, and watch carefully for children crossing streets and walking near roadways. 🚸 Trick-or-treaters: Use sidewalks and crosswalks, carry flashlights, and stay with your group. Have a fun, safe, and spooktacular Halloween! 👻

Don’t be scared—be prepared! Happy Halloween from Huntsville-Madison County EMA! 👻

Inspect Treats Before Eating. 🍬 Check all candy and treats before children eat them. Discard anything unwrapped, damaged, or suspicious, and be mindful of food allergies and choking hazards for younger children.

Keep Halloween Decorations Fire-Safe. 🕯️ Keep candles, jack-o'-lanterns with real flames, and other heat sources away from costumes and decorations. Use battery-operated lights when possible and keep walkways and exits clear.

Keep Trick-or-Treaters Together. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Young children should always have a responsible adult with them. Older kids should travel in groups, stick to familiar routes, and agree on a check-in time.

🚒🚑🚔 Happy National First Responders Day! Today, we recognize and celebrate the brave men and women who answer the call when our communities need them most. From firefighters and law enforcement officers to EMS personnel, 911 dispatchers, and other emergency response professionals, your dedication, courage, and commitment to protecting others make a lasting difference every day. From all of us at Huntsville-Madison County EMA, thank you for your service, your sacrifices, and your continued commitment to keeping our community safe. We are proud to work alongside you! 💙❤️

Walk Safely and Use Crosswalks. 🚸 Use sidewalks whenever possible, cross streets at corners and crosswalks, and look both ways before crossing. Avoid darting between parked cars and put phones away while walking.

Be Bright and Be Seen! 🔦 Choose bright or reflective costumes, carry flashlights or glow sticks, and make sure masks don't block vision. Help drivers see you after dark!

Halloween is taking over John Hunt Park once again, with the @HSVPolice and Huntsville Parks & Recreation team up for an evening of trick-or-treating, games, entertainment and a haunted house on Friday, Oct. 23, from 6-9 p.m. at the Jaycee Building, 2200 Jaycee Way. Admission is free and open to all ages! The event will feature: 📷Trick-or-treat trail 📷Bounce houses 📷Family-friendly entertainment and carnival games 📷Food trucks with items for purchase 📷Haunted House, opening at 6 p.m. Looking for more details? Get the full event information here: bit.ly/4ynmgYs

🍂 Dry, seasonal weather is expected to continue throughout the week! Afternoon highs will reach the mid to upper 70s, with cooler overnight lows in the mid to upper 40s. Enjoy the fall weather!

A Beautiful Stretch of Fall Weather Ahead 🍂 Dry conditions will continue through midweek, bringing plenty of sunshine during the day and clear skies at night. Temperatures will gradually warm toward the end of the workweek, with highs climbing back into the mid to upper 70s and overnight lows returning to the mid to upper 40s. Enjoy the sunshine and those crisp fall nights! 🌤️

If you’re traveling in the area Saturday morning, plan for delays and use alternate routes. Roads will reopen after the parade concludes and the route is cleared! Additionally, be prepared for traffic delays and congestion around @aamuedu throughout the remainder of the day. The homecoming game is scheduled to kick off at 2:05 p.m.

Today in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Day, we raise awareness, honor survivors, remember those we’ve lost, and stand with everyone affected by breast cancer. Early detection matters, and regular screenings can save lives! 💗 REMINDER: Saturday morning (October 17, 2026), downtown Huntsville will turn pink for the 23rd Annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run! As our community comes together to support breast cancer awareness, please be mindful of runners and walkers, allow extra travel time, and watch for traffic changes and temporary road closures in the downtown area.