Roby: Updates on Hurricane Sally, Military Academy appointment nominations

Hurricane Sally Recovery Efforts

As you know, Hurricane Sally made landfall in Alabama early Wednesday morning as a Category 2 hurricane. On Wednesday afternoon, the storm downgraded to a tropical storm but continued to produce significant flooding, wind damage and power outages across the Second District. My team and I closely tracked the storm upon its arrival, and we stand ready to be helpful with any recovery efforts in the days to come.

I have been in close communication with Governor Ivey’s office throughout the duration of this storm, and she ensured us that the appropriate state agency resources will be available to our counties and municipalities in the Second District. My team has also been in contact with leaders and elected officials across the district to communicate with them our readiness to assist with recovery efforts.

As these efforts continue, we are gradually learning the full scale of damages that portions of our district are facing. My thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this powerful storm. Please do not hesitate to reach out to one of my offices if you or someone you know needs assistance.

Thank you to all of the linemen, first responders, rescue teams and county EMA officials for your hard work to ensure adequate cleanup and power restoration occurs fast and safe for Alabamians. Most importantly, please continue to pray for the families who were impacted by this disaster.

Military Academy Appointment Nominations

As a member of Congress, I have the distinct privilege to nominate candidates for appointment to four of the five service academies: the United States Military Academy at West Point, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy, and the United States Merchant Marine Academy. The fifth service academy, the United States Coast Guard Academy, does not require a congressional nomination for appointment.

If you or someone you know is interested in pursuing this wonderful opportunity, please remember to submit all necessary application materials to my Montgomery office by October 2 at 5:00 p.m. I can nominate up to ten individuals for each vacant slot allotted to the Second District.

If you are pursuing entry to one of our nation’s distinguished service academies and strive to serve our country, I would like to offer my sincere gratitude and wish you the very best. It is because of our veterans, active duty personnel, and young leaders with hearts for serving this nation that we enjoy our uniquely American freedoms.

If you would like to learn more about obtaining a nomination to the service academies from my office, please contact my staff in Montgomery by calling (334) 262-7718. Additional application information is also available on my website: roby.house.gov/student-resources/service-academy-nominations.

Martha Roby represents Alabama’s Second Congressional District. She lives in Montgomery, Alabama, with her husband Riley and their two children.