First – If you think you have symptoms of the novel coronavirus, call your doctor first. Do not go to the doctor’s office unless you need immediate care. You do not want to expose others to your illness and if you are well, you do not want to be exposed to someone else. Stay home unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Second – Do not go to the emergency room unless you require critical, immediate care. Emergency rooms need to serve those with the most critical needs. Do not go to the emergency room for COVID-19 testing. Third – There is a national blood shortage. If you are healthy and eligible, donate blood as soon as possible. Contact the Red Cross to find out where to donate and how to schedule an appointment. Finally – Avoid crowds of 10 or more people. Do not attend concerts, sports events, religious gatherings, movie theaters or use public transportation. People should also be at least six feet apart from one another. GRAPHIC: How to help fight COVID-19 Call doctor first Avoid emergency rooms and doctor’s offices Donate blood Avoid crowds of 10 or more people Stay 6 feet apart from others IF YOU HAVE COVID-19 SYMPTOMS, CALL YOUR DOCTOR FIRST Script: If you think you have symptoms of the novel coronavirus, call your doctor’s office first. Do not go to the emergency room or your doctor’s office without instructions from your physician. Do not go to the doctor or the emergency room for COVID-19 testing unless your doctor tells you to. Contact the Alabama Department of Public Health COVID-19 hotline to find out about testing locations and options. That number is 2-1-1. GRAPHIC: If you have COVID-19 symptoms: Call your doctor or urgent care facility FIRST Do not go to the ER unless you are critically ill Do not go to ER or doctor’s office for COVID-19 testing Call ADPH for testing locations: Dial 211

FLOODING

School Delays for Wednesday, February 19th

19 Feb 2020
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Cherokee County Schools ARE ON A THREE HOUR DELAY The following school systems ARE ON A TWO HOUR DELAY Wednesday, February 19th Calhoun County...
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Photos From Eastern Weiss Lake, As Of Wednesday Afternoon The Current Lake Level Is At 565.2

12 Feb 2020
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On Wednesday morning, Cherokee County EMA Director Shawn Rogers spent time with Alabama Marine Police out on the lake assessing the flooding...
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Weather Delays For Tuesday, February 11th

10 Feb 2020
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Fort Payne City Schools and Cornerstone Christian Academy in DeKalb County will delay two hours tomorrow (Tuesday, February 11, 2020) due to...
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Cherokee County Officials Discuss Preparations Ahead Of Possible Flooding

09 Feb 2020
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The Cherokee County Emergency Management Agency held a briefing with several county agencies and officials at the Emergency Operations Center on...
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Strong Storms Produced Heavy Rainfall Causing Flooding Across Much Of Cherokee County

06 Feb 2020
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Cherokee County experienced several inches of rainfall over a 12 hour period as the results of strong storms during the overnight hours on...
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Motorists Should Exercise Caution and Be Aware of Standing Water Across Roadways and Downed Trees

06 Feb 2020
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We urge everyone to exercise caution on the roadways today and be aware that many areas are experiencing flooding and standing water at varying...
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SBA Offering Disaster Assistance To Businesses And Residents Of Alabama Affected By Severe Storms And Flooding

08 May 2019
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Alabama businesses and residents affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from Feb. 19 through March 20, 2019 can...
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