Gardendale Fire and Rescue

The Alabama Forestry Commission has issued a Fire Alert for our area, effective immediately through Sunday night.

We are looking at a "perfect storm" of low humidity, dry fuels, and higher winds. In these conditions, you don’t need a lightning strike to start a disaster—a single spark from a dragging trailer chain, discarded cigarette an unattended grill, fire pit, etc., can put our community at risk.

What you need to know to be safe:

No Outdoor Burning: brush piles, campfires or fire pits. If it has a flame, don't light it.

Equipment Check: If you’re hauling a trailer around town, make sure your chains are secured and not dragging. Those sparks can cause dry grass to catch fire.

Watch Where You Park: Avoid parking vehicles in tall, dry grass. Your exhaust system is hot enough to ignite a fire in seconds.


City of Gardendale
Gardendale Police Department

We have received numerous calls concerning heavy smoke in and around the area. There is a brush fire in the Brookside-Coalburg rd./Lassiter Mtn. area of the city. Alabama Forestry Commission is on scene containing the fire.
City of Gardendale
Gardendale Police Department

Dangerously cold conditions are expected tonight with lows ranging from 10 to 18 degrees and wind chills ranging from 5 to 15 degrees. Tuesday will be warmer than today, with highs mainly in the low to mid 40s.

If you can, please take a moment to check on family members, neighbors, and friends—especially those who may not be able to get out easily.

• Older residents
• Those with medical or mobility challenges
• Anyone without reliable transportation or heat
• Pets left outdoors
A quick check-in, helping with supplies, blankets or making sure heaters are working can make a big difference.
Let’s look out for one another and keep our community safe and warm.