Berlin hurricane guide¶

Berlin is a small town in Cullman County, in north Alabama. Far from the coast, its main dangers when a tropical storm moves inland are tornadoes, heavy rain, flooding, and high winds.

Official website: berlinal.gov

What to know in Berlin¶

• The town has a community storm shelter at Town Hall, 461 County Road 1615. It opens only when local emergency services issue an official alert, so do not assume it is open. Only service animals are allowed, and each person may bring one small bag.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Town of Berlin: The town's website, with Town Hall contacts and storm shelter rules. Website.

County services that cover Berlin¶

Cullman County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Berlin. The Cullman County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

• Official list of open evacuation centers
• Cullman County Notification System: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Website.
• Cullman County Emergency Management Agency: The county EMA's page with contacts and the community storm shelter list. Website.

Related guides¶

• Should I evacuate?
• What to expect at a hurricane shelter
• Hurricane supply list
• After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
• Insurance claims and disaster aid

Sources¶

Checked on October 2, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.

• https://berlinal.gov/community-stor-shelter/
• https://berlinal.gov/