Governor Bentley Declares State of Emergency for Baldwin County

MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley today declared a State of Emergency for Baldwin County due to a large fire in Gulf State Park. The fire has burned over 200 acres in the park and state resources are being used to contain the fire as quickly as possible.

“Local officials are working around the clock to contain this fire, and I am hopeful they will be successful,” said Governor Bentley. “The fires have not affected the beaches of Gulf Shores or Orange Beach. I want to encourage people who have plans to travel to the gulf for the upcoming holiday to continue with their vacation plans.”

Governor Bentley has directed the Alabama Emergency Management Agency and the Alabama Forestry Commission to provide the necessary assessment of damages and seek state and federal assistance for the affected areas.