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Birmingham Parks and Recreation recruiting lifeguards ahead of summer pool season
14+ hour, 40+ min ago (289+ words) BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - As temperatures begin to rise, the Birmingham Parks and Recreation Department is preparing for another busy summer at city pools. But before swimmers can dive in, the city is working to ensure there are enough certified lifeguards…...
First Alert Weather Day: Scattered strong to severe storms into Saturday morning, cold front on the way
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (643+ words) We may see some scattered development overnight, but the greater chance will be between 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: We've declared a First Alert Weather Day for northern areas for a risk of storms capable of producing…...
Man contracts brain-eating amoeba likely from water skiing at Lake of the Ozarks, officials say
6+ mon, 6+ day ago (253+ words) LAKE OF THE OZARKS, Mo. (KMOV/Gray News) " A man in Missouri contracted a rare brain-eating amoeba, and officials believe he likely got it while water skiing at the Lake of the Ozarks. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior…...
Police offer safety tips for kids who stay home alone after school
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (218+ words) BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - As students across central Alabama prepare to return to school, many parents face a familiar challenge: work hours that don't always align with school dismissal times. For families without access to after-school programs or child care, that…...
Celebrate National Dog Month at one of these 20 dog-friendly patios
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (821+ words) BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Need an excuse to celebrate your four-legged best friend? August is National Dog Month! Here are 20 patios to paw-ty at all month long. 1. Good Dog Bar & Dog Park This unique spot offers grooming, daycare, boarding, a dog…...
Expert shares how to keep your pets cool in summer heat
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (304+ words) SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - On many days this summer, the feels-like temperature is in the triple digits. People aren't the only ones struggling with the blistering heat - animals are enduring it too. Just like we want to stay inside when…...
The Alabama Oven: Staying safe in the extreme heat
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (372+ words) TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - WBRC is On Your Side with a Safety Check on how you can stay safe in the extreme heat we're seeing out there. A heat advisory remains in effect. The First Alert Weather Team and first responders…...
Full Schedule: Coca-Cola Amphitheater set to kick off debut season in Birmingham
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (100+ words) The new venue opens on June 22 with comedian Matt Rife. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The brand-new Coca-Cola Amphitheater is nearing completion and will kick off its first summer season on Sunday, June 22 with comedian Matt Rife. One finished, the amphitheater promises…...