Remaining Very Cool at the Mid-Afternoon Weather Check
While the clouds have dissipated somewhat over the northern parts of Central Alabama throughout the day so far, we still have some clouds that are blocking the sun at times.
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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.
A Chilly Weekend, Becoming Warmer for the Work Week Ahead
Clouds hang tough this morning, but sunshine returns this afternoon. Clouds return on Sunday, but sun and moderating temperatures return for the start of next week.
Freezing Fog Advisory Issued for Portions of North Alabama Until 7:00 am Thursday
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. Also, be alert for frost on bridge decks causing slippery roads.
Etowah, Cherokee, & Pickens Counties Added to Freezing Fog Advisory for Central Alabama
Etowah, Cherokee, and Pickens county have now been added to the freezing fog advisory that is set to expire at 8:00 am Thursday.
Freezing Fog Advisory Expanded to Include Tuscaloosa & Jefferson Counties
The freezing fog advisory has been expanded to now include Jefferson and Tuscaloosa counties. The advisory is set to expire at 8:00 am Thursday.
Freezing Fog Advisory for a Few Counties in Central Alabama Through 8:00 am Thursday
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. Also, be alert for frost on bridge decks causing slippery roads.
Significant Weather Advisory Replaces Freezing Fog Advisory for North Alabama
Patchy Freezing Fog will continue to result in visibility reductions across portions of north central Alabama, northeast Alabama and southern Middle Tennessee through 11 AM CST.
Slick Spots Out There on the Highways Due to Freezing Fog; Please Use Caution if Driving
There have been several accidents reported on the highways this morning across the Birmingham Metropolitan Area along with slick spots.
Special Weather Statement from NWS Huntsville for Freezing Fog in North Alabama
NWS Huntsville has issued a Special Weather Statement for the following counties in North Alabama: Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Franklin, Jackson, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Marshall, and Morgan.
WeatherBrains 782: Tom Freakin’ Skilling
Episode 782 was a Saturday Morning Special & it was TRULY special! Chief meteorologist for WGN-TV-Chicago Tom Skilling joined us! He talks about how he got started in weather, his Ted Fujita stories, the Plainfield, IL tornado & much more!
A Quick Check on Our Winter Mischief at 8:20 am
Radar at 8:00 am shows that not much has changed since the last update. Snow continues west of a line from Millport to Addison to Huntsville.
A Quick Winter Weather Check Just After 7:00 am
Radar at 6:53 am shows snow and a wintry mix falling in the northwestern parts of Central Alabama west of a line from Millport to Cullman to Hytop.
