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Mobile makes list of “Deadliest US Cities”

While Mobile failed to meet the goal of being the safest city in America in 2020, it looks like the time leading up to 2020 was tough too. CBS News compiled FBI crime data to create a list of the “Deadliest US Cities.” Mobile had a murder rate of 10.6 per 100,000…

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City of Mobile Intervenes in Wynnfield Neighborhood Flooding Crisis

Residents of the Wynnfield subdivision in Mobile have reached a breaking point as severe flooding, erosion, and drainage issues continue to plague their neighborhood. After months of grappling with worsening conditions, citizens have turned to the Mobile City Council for help, pleading for urgent intervention. The Growing Crisis Flooding in…

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The Vulnerability of Wynnfield Subdivision: A Community Prone to Hurricane Devastation

The Vulnerability of Wynnfield Subdivision: A Community Prone to Hurricane Devastation The Wynnfield Subdivision, located in Mobile, Alabama, has become synonymous with hurricane devastation in recent years. Nestled in a region known for its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, the neighborhood faces the persistent threat of tropical storms and…

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Multiple Sex Offenders Living Close to Wynnfield

A search of the Alabama Sex Offender Database reveals that there are currently two registered sex offenders living within just a mile of the Wynnfield neighborhood. These individuals are listed below, and their proximity to the community is concerning for many residents who value safety and security. What is particularly…

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How Large is Wynnfield?

Wynnfield is a quaint and relatively small neighborhood composed of just three main streets: Wynncliff, Wynnridge, and Wynngate. These three streets form the entirety of the neighborhood, which is home to roughly 152 houses/lots. Despite its modest size, Wynnfield offers a unique sense of community and charm. The neighborhood’s layout…

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Massive Flooding and Erosion in Wynnfield

The recent storm and torrential downpour have caused severe erosion and flooding throughout the neighborhood, resulting in significant damage and making the area extremely hazardous. As shown in the photos below, entire streets and properties are submerged under several feet of water. Some homes, including several still under construction, have…

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Another Sinkhole Reported in Wynnfield

On June 24, 2019, residents of the Wynnfield subdivision took to social media to voice their frustration about yet another sinkhole that had opened up in the neighborhood, this time on one of the main roads. This alarming development reignited longstanding complaints about the subdivision’s chronic plumbing and drainage issues—problems…

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Wynnfield HOA President “Runs Off” Kids Fishing in Pond

Wynnfield HOA President Chris Orrell sparked controversy when he made a post on the neighborhood’s official Facebook page, where he shared photos of local children fishing and playing near the community pond. In the post, Orrell publicly called out the children for violating the HOA’s strict “no fishing” policy. The…

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Residents of 3208 Wynnfield Dr E Complain to City Council About Flooding

Annease Petway and her husband took their concerns directly to the Mobile City Council during the public comment period, voicing their frustrations about the severe and ongoing flooding issues plaguing their neighborhood. Their emotional appeal shed light on the hardships they and their neighbors have endured due to the poorly…

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Flooding in Wynnfield

Despite its modern design and the attractive feature of having two lakes, the Wynnfield subdivision has been plagued by a persistent and severe flooding problem that has troubled residents for nearly two decades. This ongoing issue has overshadowed many of the neighborhood’s positive attributes and remains a major point of…