​​​​​​Marengo County Emergency Communications District

Shelter Locations

Thomaston area shelter

44 Golden Rd

Thomaston, Al 36783​​​

Jefferson area shelter

County Rd 57 

Demopolis, Al 36732​​​

Marengo County Court House Basement

101 East Coats Ave

Linden, AL 36748​​


Important Papers to Take with You:

  •  Social security card
  •  Insurance policies
  •  Birth certificate
  •  Driver’s License
  •  Any other important papers that you will need after the  storm. 

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For those that do accept pets. 

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  • ​They must be leashed or carried
  • Owner must clean up after pets. (Inside the shelter and the outside of shelter)
  • Owner must bring any items their pets will need.  ​


DO NOT TRAVEL TO A SHELTER WITHOUT FIRST MAKING SURE IT IS OPEN

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 Please Understand: 

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  • Not all shelters allow pets. 
  • Pet policy for shelters may change at any time 




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Gallion area shelter

945 County Rd 1

​Gallion, Al 36742

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Pet Information

Pet Information

Not all shelters will open at the same time. Shelters will open on an "as-needed" basis and are subject to change. Please check  the Marengo County E-911 / EMA Facebook page for announcements regarding shelter openings.  


DO NOT TRAVEL TO A SHELTER WITHOUT FIRST MAKING SURE IT IS OPEN

Shelters offer little more than a safe place to stay as the storm rages outside. Residents should bring with them:

  •  any medications you need​
  •  blankets or sleeping bags
  •  a flashlight with extra batteries
  •  any special non-perishable food items
  •  infant formula, diapers and food
  •  bottled water
  •  small toys, puzzles and books for small children
  •  Hygiene or sanitary products
  •  Snacks


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Shelter Information

Linden Old National Guard Armory

2400 East Coats Ave

Linden, Al 36748


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ALL service animals are allowed​​​​

Demopolis Civic Center Basement

501 North Commissioners Ave

Demopolis, AL 36732

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