TRAFFIC UPDATE: Interstate 65 Northbound Exit 170 (Fairview Avenue) is closed due to a crash. Check back for updates.

Traffic Advisory - Interstate 85 northbound just before the Taylor Road exit is down to one lane open due to an accident with injury. Emergency personnel are on scene and motorists are urged to avoid the area at this time.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: All lanes of Interstate 85 Southbound at the Eastern Boulevard are blocked due to a crash. Motorists are encouraged to take an alternate route.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Interstate 85 southbound at just past Chantilly Parkway is experiencing delays due to a crash. Motorists are encouraged to seek an alternate route if possible, and expect added travel time.

We would like to recognize our very own Sergeant Manuel for being named the Montgomery County District Attorney's Officer of the Month. Outstanding job, Sergeant!

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Interstate 85 southbound at just past Chantilly Parkway is operating as normal.

HEAT ADVISORY: The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Heat Advisory for tomorrow, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Temperatures are expected to rise into the upper 90s, with heat indices expected to climb into the 104-to-107 range. MORE: urlzs.com/9Gnex

We send our condolences and support to our brothers and sisters in Tuscaloosa, and to the family of Officer Cousette.

Good morning, Montgomery! Don’t forget to join us today at 8:00 a.m. at Panera Bread located at 2998 Carter Hill Road. We’ll provide the coffee. Looking forward to seeing you!

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Three lanes of Interstate 85 northbound at the Ann Street exit are blocked due to a crash. Motorists are encouraged to take an alternate route, as the route is experiencing delays.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: The on-ramp to Interstate 85 southbound from Perry Hill Road is closed. All lanes of I-85 SB at Perry Hill Road are closed and traffic is being diverted onto Perry Hill Road due to a three-vehicle crash. Motorists are encouraged to take an alternate route.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: All lanes of Interstate 85 southbound at Perry Hill Road are now open.

Yes, it is going to rain this week. Yes, we are glad too. Yes, you should read these tips on safe driving in the wet, we all need a refresher. No, you should not do it WHILE driving.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: One lane of I-65 northbound at Fairview Ave. has been opened following a crash between a tractor-trailer and car. Traffic is moving slowly so motorists are still encouraged to take an alternate route.

TRAFFIC UPDATE: Motorists in West Montgomery will experience detours beginning Monday morning, October 21 at 8 o'clock. CSX Railroad maintenance crews will complete emergency rail repair closing the following intersections to traffic: READ MORE: bit.ly/2BuJMbi

WEATHER UPDATE: The National Weather Service in Birmingham has placed Montgomery under a “slight” risk for severe weather this evening. READ MORE: bit.ly/33LBxUg

This morning your hometown MPD participated in the Guns vs. Hoses 3M Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge. We faced off against Montgomery Fire/Rescue. Lieutenant Mackey, Lieutenant Ferguson, Sergeant Scott, Officer Albrecht, and Officer Booker participated in the challenge.

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Wind Advisory for Montgomery until 5 p.m. this afternoon. Southeast to south winds 15 to 25 MPH with gusts up to 40 MPH expected. Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor furniture... READ MORE: bit.ly/2JpaRkC

TRAFFIC UPDATE: On Tuesday, Nov. 12 beginning at 1 p.m. a section of North Perry Street from Monroe Street to Madison Avenue will be closed for a Community Reception being held at City Hall. That section of North Perry St. will remain closed until the conclusion of the Reception.

FRIENDLY SAFE DRIVING REMINDER: Conditions will be both extremely wet and very windy this morning; please keep these tips in mind on your drive in.