Author Archive: Scott Martin

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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Scattered Thunderstorms Saturday, High Heat Returns Sunday

Scattered Thunderstorms Saturday, High Heat Returns Sunday

| July 19, 2025 @ 11:15 am

Rain chances taper off after Saturday’s storms, but heat and humidity ramp up quickly across Alabama on Sunday.

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Alabama News Center — Birmingham Restaurant Week 2025 showcases some of Alabama’s top culinary talent

Alabama News Center — Birmingham Restaurant Week 2025 showcases some of Alabama’s top culinary talent

| July 19, 2025 @ 9:04 am

This annual culinary celebration brings together nearly 50 restaurants, food trucks, bars and catering companies, offering exclusive, limited-time menus and special pricing to highlight the best of Birmingham’s food scene.

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Southern Soaker to Summer Sizzler: Alabama’s Week of Heat & Storms

Southern Soaker to Summer Sizzler: Alabama’s Week of Heat & Storms

| July 19, 2025 @ 5:00 am

From weekend downpours to midweek scorchers—Alabama’s forecast is about to flip fast.

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No Heat Relief This Weekend; A Few Strong Storms Possible This Afternoon

No Heat Relief This Weekend; A Few Strong Storms Possible This Afternoon

| July 12, 2025 @ 12:19 pm

Temperatures were in the mid 80s to the lower 90s across the state, with Andalusia coming in as the hot spot at 92, while Eufaula and Cullman were the cool spots at 84. Birmingham was at 86.

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Hot & Humid; A Few Strong Storms Possible Up North

Hot & Humid; A Few Strong Storms Possible Up North

| July 12, 2025 @ 6:52 am

Summer heat and humidity are in full swing across Alabama, with daily chances of pop-up storms and a few strong ones in the mix — it’s a classic July pattern that’s not going anywhere soon

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Tropical Depression Chantal: Final Update

Tropical Depression Chantal: Final Update

| July 6, 2025 @ 10:26 am

Although winds have diminished, dangerous surf and rip currents will continue along much of the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic coasts from northeast Florida to the Outer Banks through at least Monday.

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Tropical Storm Chantal: Late Saturday Afternoon Update

Tropical Storm Chantal: Late Saturday Afternoon Update

| July 5, 2025 @ 3:49 pm

Tropical Storm Chantal remains just offshore of the South Carolina coast this evening, holding steady with maximum sustained winds near 45 mph.

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Summer in Full Swing: Hot and Mostly Dry with a Spotty Shower or Two

Summer in Full Swing: Hot and Mostly Dry with a Spotty Shower or Two

| July 5, 2025 @ 10:37 am

Today in Alabama, hot and humid conditions will dominate with highs in the lower to middle 90s, while mostly dry weather is expected statewide—though isolated afternoon storms could develop, especially west of I-65 in North Alabama.

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Tropical Storm Warning Extended to Surf City, North Carolina – Conditions Expected to Begin Later Today

Tropical Storm Warning Extended to Surf City, North Carolina – Conditions Expected to Begin Later Today

| July 5, 2025 @ 10:15 am

Tropical Storm Chantal is currently located near latitude 31.1 North and longitude 78.7 West, approximately 135 miles south-southeast of Charleston, South Carolina, and about 220 miles south-southwest of Wilmington, North Carolina.

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Heat with Storm Chances Increasing Next Week; Plus, Some Tropical Mischief

Heat with Storm Chances Increasing Next Week; Plus, Some Tropical Mischief

| July 5, 2025 @ 5:00 am

Hot and mostly dry through the weekend, but rain and storm chances increase across Alabama next week as a front approaches and tropical activity stirs in the Atlantic.

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The Alabama News Center — Groups dream of rescuing beloved Alabama lighthouse from time, weather, erosion

The Alabama News Center — Groups dream of rescuing beloved Alabama lighthouse from time, weather, erosion

| July 2, 2025 @ 10:07 am

With binoculars focused on a tiny plot of sand off the coast of Dauphin Island, a lighthouse comes into focus.

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The Alabama News Center — University of Alabama’s para track and field team striving to build legacy

The Alabama News Center — University of Alabama’s para track and field team striving to build legacy

| June 29, 2025 @ 8:25 am

UA’s program joins eight other collegiate para track and field squads in the United States at schools such as Arizona, Illinois, Michigan and San Diego State.

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More Scattered Storms Expected Today & Tomorrow

More Scattered Storms Expected Today & Tomorrow

| June 28, 2025 @ 10:44 am

It will be another hot and muggy June day across North and Central Alabama, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and lower 90s this afternoon.

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Scattered Storms Continue with a Brief Front and Some Heat Relief on the Way

Scattered Storms Continue with a Brief Front and Some Heat Relief on the Way

| June 28, 2025 @ 5:00 am

Daily storms will remain a staple across Alabama through the weekend. A front early next week could briefly lower humidity levels before a return to unsettled summer weather.

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