Preparing for the Inevitable: What Baldwin County Needs to Know

In this episode, we sit down with Baldwin County EMA Director Tom Tyler to talk about what it really means to be prepared for emergencies on the Gulf Coast.

From hurricanes and severe weather to lesser-known risks like rip currents and flooding, Tom shares practical insights from his decades of disaster response experience. We also cover simple steps homeowners can take to protect their property, how to use the Alert Baldwin system, and what both residents and visitors should know to stay safe.

Whether you’re new to Baldwin County or have lived here for years, this conversation highlights what you can do today to be ready for whatever comes next.