Bay Minette Fire Department

04/29/2026

⛈️Yesterday's severe weather didn't pan out but unfortunately we get another shot today. The first round beginning now (orange area) will be capable of producing large hail up to ping pong sized (1.5") then a line capabale of damaging winds will move through later (blue area)!

03/26/2026

📢AFC URGING CAUTION AGAINST WILDFIRES📢

With forecasts calling for elevated wind speeds and a dry front passage across the state, the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) strongly discourages any outdoor burning until conditions improve. The agency also points to dropping relative humidity and an increase in wind speed on Saturday as especially concerning.

With the anticipation of critical fire weather conditions, AFC is issuing a Fire Danger Advisory on Friday, March 27. The potential for critical fire weather elevates on Saturday, March 28, increasing the threat issued to a Fire Alert. By Sunday, March 29, the potential for critical fire weather decreases slightly, lowering the threat issued to a Fire Danger Advisory.

The combination of these conditions creates a greater-than-average potential for outdoor fires to escape easily and spread rapidly, taking longer – and more of the agency’s firefighting resources – to contain and ultimately control. Fast-moving wildfires not only destroy property and forests but also threaten the lives of citizens and endanger firefighters.

Prescribed burn permits will be limited to only Certified Prescribed Burn Managers on Friday. Permits for outdoor burning will not be issued to anyone on Saturday. The AFC plans to resume regular permit issuing on Sunday, March 29, provided improved weather conditions. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor.

In the last seven days, 147 wildfires have burned approximately 5,600 acres of forestland across the state. This includes a large wildfire in Wilcox County (963 acres), one for 464 acres in Montgomery County, one for 505 acres in Marengo, and four others over 200 acres in Choctaw, Covington, Etowah, and Walker counties.

The Alabama Forestry Commission is the state agency committed to protecting Alabama’s invaluable forest assets as well as its citizens. To report a wildfire, call (800) 392-5679. For more information on the current wildfire situation in the state or any other forestry-related issues, contact your local AFC office or visit the agency website.

03/14/2026

03/11/2026

⛈️ Our next round of strong to severe storms are expected late tonight into the early morning hours Thursday. This line of storms will be capable of damaging winds of 60 to 70 mph and tornadoes a few could be strong (EF-2+). Storms should arrive around midnight and be out by 6 AM.

02/23/2026

We have expanded the Red Flag Warning to include the entire area based on low relative humidity values down to near 20% as well as breezy winds. The Red Flag Warning is in effect until 6 pm.

02/18/2026

Hydrant Service Begins Today in Bay Minette City

Bay Minette Fire Department will begin annual hydrant servicing throughout Bay Minette area starting 2/18/26

The first aera we will be working on is 31 South, this area will be from the railroad tracks to south of town.

This important testing helps us:
Ensure hydrants are operating properly
Identify maintenance needs
Maintain our ISO rating and emergency readiness

What residents may notice during service:
Temporary low water pressure
Brief discoloration of water (rusty or cloudy look)
Air in the water lines causing sputtering faucets
Water pooling along streets near testing locations

If you experience discolored water, we recommend running cold water from a faucet for several minutes until it clears.