🌱 Jefferson Co. Code Orange Air Quality Alert + Venomous Snake Bite

Hello, hello. I'm here with your Saturday edition of the Mountain Brook Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Hot; an afternoon t-storm. High: 96 Low: 74.
• Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid. High: 96 Low: 76.

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Here are the top three stories in Mountain Brook today:

1. Dangerous levels of heat and humidity will persist throughout the weekend in central Alabama, prompting heat alerts and an Excessive Heat Warning for most counties. The Jefferson County Department of Health issued a Code Orange Air Quality Alert due to unhealthy ground-level ozone concentration. However, relief from the heat wave is expected early next week as summer storms are anticipated to break the extreme conditions. (WVTM)
2. A shooting in nearby Brookside resulted in the death of a 43-year-old man, identified as David Lynn Frazier, while another man was injured. The police chief stated that the incident seems to be domestic-related and assured that there is no ongoing threat to the community. No arrests have been made, and this is the first homicide the town has experienced in quite some time. (AL.com)
3. The 9-year-old daughter of WVTM 13 Chief Meteorologist Jason Simpson was bitten by a copperhead snake and was quickly taken for medical care, eventually being transferred to Children's of Alabama. Despite the incident, Jason mentioned in a Facebook post that his daughter, Shelby, is resilient and receiving medicine to combat the venom. Although Shelby's leg remains swollen and she will require more time in the hospital for physical therapy, she has been able to walk with crutches and the early administration of antivenom has helped mitigate the effects of the snakebite. (WVTM)

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Today and tomorrow in and around Mountain Brook:

Saturday, July 1

• Brunch At Watkin's Branch Bourbon And Brasserie (10:00 AM)
• Red, White & Brew - Paint & Sip At Cahaba Brewing Company, Birmingham (2:00 PM)

Sunday, July 2

• Comedian Barbara Carlyle At Uptown Jazz Lounge (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• By doing these three things before heading out of town this summer you are helping to prevent crime. Remember to lock your doors, set the alarm (if you have one) and add your home to the watch list! You can do this by calling the Mountain Brook Police Department at (205) 802-2414. (Mountain Brook Police Department via Facebook)
• Hardie Sims has joined the Mountain Brook Chamber as a real estate investment agent with New Western, specializing in the Birmingham area. Those interested in his services can visit his profile on the New Western website for more information on how he can assist them. (Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• The City of Mountain Brook, along with The Friends of Jemison and various donors, has initiated a groundbreaking ceremony for the improvement and expansion project of Jemison Trail. The project, which is expected to be completed by Fall 2023, has received over $2.7 million in funding to enhance the park and provide a better experience for visitors. (Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

You're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.