So Far, So Good
Just heard a long, rumbling thunderclap here in Trussville. The kind that can only be produced by an elevated thunderstorm.
Elevated thunderstorms form from instability that is located above the surface. The good news is that they tend not to produce severe weather. But they can give some impressive thunder.
The lightning bolt that caused my thunder looks like it was located near Gardendale, over 12 miles away.
Rain and thunderstorms now cover the western half of Central Alabama. None of the storms are heavy and the nice, moderate rain is just what the doctor ordered.
No reports of wind damage from anywhere in Alabama so far as the activity weakened as it moved into more stable air over the state.
The other good news is that we will see a decent rain in most spots. Jackson MS picked up 0.88 inches of rain from the system so far.
Category: Alabama's Weather
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