Resources
988: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
If you are feeling vulnerable or suicidal or are worried about someone, call 988, the national number for all mental health, substance use, and suicide crises. For more information on this lifeline, visit the Alabama Department of Mental Health
2-1-1 is a free, easy to remember number to dial for information about health and human service organizations in your community. Are you facing difficult times and don’t know where to turn? Are you looking for help with everyday needs? Dial 2-1-1 or text or call 1-888-421-1266 from anywhere in Alabama, or visit http://www.211connectsalabama.org/
If you are an organization providing resources, please call 2-1-1 or call 1-888-421-1266.
ALGO Traffic: https://algotraffic.com/ number ALGO Traffic provides live traffic camera feeds, updates on Alabama roads, and access to exclusive ALDOT information such as message sign readouts, incident and construction information, and current road congestion levels.
SHELTERS: Search for open shelters by texting SHELTER and your ZIP code to 43362
If you are a disaster survivor, visit FEMA.gov for up-to-date information on current disaster declarations. If you have questions about your disaster assistance application, call (800) 621-3362, visit disasterassistance.gov or use the FEMA mobile app.
Evacuation Info: www.ready.gov/evacuation
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA):
Please follow federal, state and local government’s official websites and social media for instructions and specifics for your community.
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*This page will be updated periodically as new information is made available.