MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — There are several reports of damage following last night’s severe weather, News 5 has learned.
This is a running list of damage reports in the News 5 coverage area. This list will be updated as reports come in.
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Storm Damage Reports
(8:12 a.m.): “Extensive damage has been reported throughout the City of Crestview,” according to a press release from the city.
Officials say that citizens are “strongly advised” to avoid traveling on the roads as there are reports of trees obstructing roadways that pose hazards to motorists.
“In the interest of safety, it is crucial for all citizens to remain off the roads unless absolutely necessary,” the release stated.
“We’ve experienced significant storm damage; it is concentrated north of the Highway
85 and 90 intersections,” said City Manager, Tim Bolduc. “For your safety, please stay off the road as there are trees down all over town.”
Emergency services and public service crews are working to clear the debris and restore access to the roadways, according to the release.
(8:03 a.m.): Santa Rosa County officials released a list of road closures due to storm damage.
The following roadways are partially closed, according to a press release.
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Highway 87 North at Whitfield Road
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Sheridan Drive full
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Lee Hill Road
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Lewis Road
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Hamilton Bridge at Bert Lane
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Buddy Hardy Road
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Greenwood Road
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Ventura Road at Garcon Point
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Booker Street
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Glover Lane
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Chumuckla Highway at Springhill Road
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West Spencer Field at 12 Oaks
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10 Mile Road at Wallace Lake Road
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Ventura Road
Officials ask drivers to use caution and use alternate routes when possible.
“Do NOT drive around barricades,” the release notes. “Never cross a flooded roadway. There is no way to tell how deep the water is or if the road has been compromised.
“Crews are working to reopen the roadways, again, please use caution if you must be on the roads.”
As of 8 a.m. on Thursday, News 5 has learned of the following reports:
(5:53 a.m.): A tree fell on a car in Saraland, a viewer told News 5. Amy Davis sent the newsroom photos of the damage. The photos show a blue car with a cracked windshield and bent door underneath a tree.
(4:23 a.m.): Multiple trees and power lines have been reported down on SR 97 between Walnut Hill and Davisville. The roadway is closed, according to authorities.
(3:54 a.m.): Baldwin County EMA released the following statement following last night’s storms:
“Multiple reports of trees/debris in the roadway on HWY 31 between mm 23 – 28, Debris in the roadway on AL 225 near MM 8, and trees down at the intersection of Baldwin Beach Express and Oakdale Dr.”
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