
An Alabama sheriff evacuated the Autauga County Metro Jail on Thursday, citing concerns over unspecified 'health and safety issues.' The sheriff, in a statement posted on Facebook, announced that inmates were being transported to other facilities to prevent any potential risks. Currently, the jail's inmate roster lists 164 individuals.
The sheriff mentioned that arrangements had been made with several agencies to house the inmates in a safe environment, although the specific agencies and the duration of housing were not disclosed.