Calera hurricane guide¶

Calera is a city in southern Shelby County, and part of it is in Chilton County. Storms that move inland can bring heavy rain, flash flooding, high winds, and tornadoes. The city has its own police department and runs its own water, sewer, and natural gas systems.

Checked on October 2, 2026

Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the City of Calera. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.

Official website: cityofcalera.org

What to know in Calera¶

If you smell gas, leave your home right away without turning any lights or appliances on or off. Once you are outside and away from the smell, call the city's gas line at 205-668-3500, answered 24 hours a day.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Service	Number	Notes
City Hall	205-668-3500	City Hall and utility accounts. The city says this line is answered 24 hours a day for gas leaks and after-hours water problems.
Police non-emergency	205-668-3505	For police matters that are not emergencies. Public Works also uses this line for after-hours emergencies.
Public works	205-668-3511	Streets, sanitation, and water leaks. Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Official alerts and information¶

Calera utility text alerts: Free text messages about water, gas, or sewer problems in your area. It can take up to 30 days after you sign up to start getting messages. Website.

County services that cover Calera¶

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

Official list of open evacuation centers
ShelbyALerts: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. You can also get alerts on a TTY/TDD device or in the Everbridge app (search for shelbyalerts), or text SHELBYALERTS to 888777. Website.
Shelby County Emergency Management Agency: The county EMA's page, with weather radio settings and preparedness information. Website.

Power, water and debris¶

Calera Water Department: Report water main breaks, leaks, and other water problems to Public Works. After hours, call 205-668-3500. Phone: 205-668-3511. Website.
Calera Sewer Operations Department: City sewer service. Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Phone: 205-668-3880. Website.
Calera Natural Gas Department: City-owned natural gas system. Report a gas smell at any hour from outside, away from the building. Phone: 205-668-3500. Website.
Calera leaf and brush collection: Request a brush pickup online. Stack limbs with the trunk ends toward the street. The city says it can change this policy after a natural disaster to meet immediate needs. Website.

Sources¶

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