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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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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Localized Severe Weather Possible This Afternoon Across Northern Alabama and Surrounding Areas

Localized Severe Weather Possible This Afternoon Across Northern Alabama and Surrounding Areas

| June 27, 2025 @ 2:26 pm

The Storm Prediction Center has issued a mesoscale discussion highlighting the potential for localized damaging winds this afternoon across parts of central and eastern Kentucky, middle and eastern Tennessee, northern Alabama, and extreme northwest Georgia.

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Flood Advisory for Parts of Jefferson Co. Until 8PM

Flood Advisory for Parts of Jefferson Co. Until 8PM

| June 21, 2025 @ 4:57 pm

Thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall are leading to urban and small stream flooding across the area.

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Heat Advisory Extended for Colbert, Franklin, & Lauderdale Counties Until 7PM Sunday

Heat Advisory Extended for Colbert, Franklin, & Lauderdale Counties Until 7PM Sunday

| June 21, 2025 @ 11:22 am

Heat index values are expected to reach up to 107 degrees due to a combination of hot temperatures and high humidity. These conditions can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.

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Hotter Than a Jalapeño’s Armpit This Afternoon; Slightly Hotter Tomorrow

Hotter Than a Jalapeño’s Armpit This Afternoon; Slightly Hotter Tomorrow

| June 21, 2025 @ 11:15 am

As of 10:55AM, temperatures were ranging from the lower 80s to the lower 90s across the state. Andalusia was the hot spot at 91 degrees, while Gadsden was the cool spot at 81 degrees.

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Major Heat Wave Ahead: Hot Temperatures & High Humidity Grip Alabama

Major Heat Wave Ahead: Hot Temperatures & High Humidity Grip Alabama

| June 21, 2025 @ 5:30 am

Alabama is heading into the first major heat wave of the summer, with high heat building through next week and only spotty afternoon storms offering limited relief.

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Summer Starts Strong: Heat Builds, Storm Chances Fade Across Alabama

Summer Starts Strong: Heat Builds, Storm Chances Fade Across Alabama

| June 20, 2025 @ 5:50 am

A hot and humid pattern is taking over Alabama, with the first official day of summer bringing a strong ridge, rising heat, and only isolated rain chances heading into next week.

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