HUNTSVILLE, Alabama-- Redstone Arsenal and Marshall Space Flight Center will remain closed on Tuesday due to the threat of severe weather in northern Alabama this afternoon.

Gate 9 will remain open for emergency traffic only. All other gates will be closed.

Redstone Arsenal contractors should follow the guidance stated in contracts regarding closures.

All employees should be in close contact with supervisors to ensure they have the latest information and instructions and should report their status to their supervisors on a regular basis for accountability.

"As a precaution to incoming severe weather, we have decided to remain closed. The safety and well-being of our workforce remains our top priority," said Col Bill Marks, Garrison Commander, Redstone Arsenal.

"We urge all employees to contact their management to share their current status."

Arsenal information is available at its hotline 1-877-863-1462 and at social media sites:

http://www.redstone.army.mil

http://www.twitter.com/TeamRedstone

http://www.facebook.com/TeamRedstone

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Redstone Arsenal, Marshall Space Flight Center remains closed Tuesday due to severe weather threat