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Scott Martin is an operational meteorologist, professional graphic artist, musician, husband, and father. Not only is Scott a member of the National Weather Association, but he is also the Central Alabama Chapter of the NWA president. Scott is also the co-founder of Racecast Weather, which provides forecasts for many racing series across the USA. He also supplies forecasts for the BassMaster Elite Series events including the BassMaster Classic.

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Clouds Are Hangin’ On Across Portions of Central Alabama This Afternoon

Clouds Are Hangin’ On Across Portions of Central Alabama This Afternoon

| March 16, 2024 @ 1:59 pm

Central Alabama can expect improving conditions, with clearing skies today and a dry but unsettled pattern taking shape tonight and into Sunday as a frontal system traverses the region.

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Dry & Nice Today; Rain Returns on Sunday

Dry & Nice Today; Rain Returns on Sunday

| March 16, 2024 @ 7:04 am

Get ready for a mix of weather this weekend! Today, we’ll see a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures in the upper 60s to upper 70s. Tomorrow, a storm system from Texas will bring rain and cooler temps in the lower 60s to lower 70s. Then, a cool-down and chance of showers follow.

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Severe T-storm Warning for Parts of Lauderdale & Colbert Co. Until 8:15pm

Severe T-storm Warning for Parts of Lauderdale & Colbert Co. Until 8:15pm

| March 14, 2024 @ 7:53 pm

The National Weather Service in Huntsville, Alabama, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Central Lauderdale County and Central Colbert County in northwestern Alabama until 8:15 PM CDT.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Parts of Colbert & Franklin Co. Until 8pm

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Parts of Colbert & Franklin Co. Until 8pm

| March 14, 2024 @ 7:42 pm

The National Weather Service in Huntsville, Alabama, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 8:00 PM CDT. This warning covers southwestern Colbert County and northwestern Franklin County.

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The Midday Post  — A Few Rays of Sun Breaking Through the Mostly Cloudy Skies

The Midday Post — A Few Rays of Sun Breaking Through the Mostly Cloudy Skies

| March 9, 2024 @ 11:49 am

Today’s forecast discussion brings insights into a shift towards cooler temperatures and the potential for precipitation in the upcoming days. Let’s delve into the details ahead.

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Saturday Morning Briefing — Improving Today with Cooler Temperatures

Saturday Morning Briefing — Improving Today with Cooler Temperatures

| March 9, 2024 @ 7:10 am

Cooler and drier conditions will settle in for tonight and Sunday, followed by the potential for frost and freezing temperatures as surface high pressure dominates, before a rebound in temperatures midweek precedes the potential for wet weather towards the end of the week with the arrival of another cold front.

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Mostly Cloudy & Much Warmer Today

Mostly Cloudy & Much Warmer Today

| March 2, 2024 @ 7:00 am

Central Alabama can expect a foggy start followed by mostly cloudy skies and warm temperatures today, while the week ahead will see a mix of scattered showers and storms through Tuesday, with Thursday offering a temporary respite before another round of rain and storms move in on Friday.

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The Midday Report — A Clear & Pleasant Afternoon for Most

The Midday Report — A Clear & Pleasant Afternoon for Most

| February 24, 2024 @ 12:28 pm

Anticipate a clear and pleasant end to the day, with temperatures gradually cooling overnight before a sunny and slightly warmer Sunday unfolds.

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Slightly Cooler With a Breeze Today; SPC Reduces Severe Risk on Wednesday

Slightly Cooler With a Breeze Today; SPC Reduces Severe Risk on Wednesday

| February 24, 2024 @ 7:02 am

The forecast for the upcoming days presents a variety of conditions, from dry and breezy to warmer with rising moisture levels. However, by the end of the week, expect cooler temperatures.

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Weather Briefing — Breezy & Cool Today; Much Warmer by Midweek

Weather Briefing — Breezy & Cool Today; Much Warmer by Midweek

| February 17, 2024 @ 7:04 am

Central Alabama can anticipate a mix of conditions over the forecast period, ranging from cooler and breezy today to a brief spell of warmth midweek, followed by the potential return of showers toward the end of the week.

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Lee County Flooding Has Made Travel Difficult in Some Locations

Lee County Flooding Has Made Travel Difficult in Some Locations

| February 11, 2024 @ 8:50 pm

Plenty of flooding reports coming in from Lee County. Several roads have been deemed impassable.

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The After Halftime Show Weather Update

The After Halftime Show Weather Update

| February 11, 2024 @ 8:10 pm

No severe weather watches or warnings are in effect for North/Central Alabama at the moment, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t have rain and storms on radar.

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Much of the Area Dry at Midday; Rain Affecting Portions of North Alabama

Much of the Area Dry at Midday; Rain Affecting Portions of North Alabama

| February 10, 2024 @ 12:37 pm

As we have reached the midday hour in North/Central Alabama, we have a line of light to moderate showers over the extreme north and northwestern parts of the area.

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Saturday Briefing:  Strong to Severe Storms Possible Late Sunday Through Monday Morning

Saturday Briefing: Strong to Severe Storms Possible Late Sunday Through Monday Morning

| February 10, 2024 @ 6:58 am

Rain and storms move in later today and will stick with us through the weekend and into the start of the work week ahead. Some of those storms may be strong to severe.

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