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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The Midday Report — First Day of Spring & Still Feels Like Winter

The Midday Report — First Day of Spring & Still Feels Like Winter

| March 20, 2023 @ 11:42 am

We have sunny skies across North and Central Alabama as we are making our way into the midday hour on this first day of Spring. However, these temperatures are giving us one last shot of Old Man Winter as we are only in the upper 30s to the to the upper 40s as of 11 am.

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The Midday Report — Saturday Edition: Freeze Warning Issued for the Overnight Hours

The Midday Report — Saturday Edition: Freeze Warning Issued for the Overnight Hours

| March 18, 2023 @ 11:11 am

At 11 am, skies were mainly clear across the northern 3/4ths of the area, but partly to mostly cloudy skies can be seen over the extreme southern parts of Central Alabama.

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Saturday Weather Briefing — Clearing Skies & A Very Cool Final Spring Weekend of ’23

Saturday Weather Briefing — Clearing Skies & A Very Cool Final Spring Weekend of ’23

| March 18, 2023 @ 5:00 am

We’ll have a mix of sun & clouds today with cool temperatures, but sunny skies will not help out the even-cooler temperatures on Sunday.

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Alabama NewsCenter — Volunteers work together to salvage oyster reefs, support Mobile Bay’s marine ecosystem

Alabama NewsCenter — Volunteers work together to salvage oyster reefs, support Mobile Bay’s marine ecosystem

| March 14, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Local conservation organizations, volunteers and partners from around Mobile gathered March 8 at the southernmost point of Bayou La Batre to help nurture an important component of the Gulf Coast marine ecosystem: oyster reefs.

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WeatherBrains 895:  I Heard He Chased On Horseback

WeatherBrains 895: I Heard He Chased On Horseback

| March 14, 2023 @ 1:00 pm

The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, Dr. Neil Jacobs, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

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Loud Storms Approaching the Birmingham Metro

Loud Storms Approaching the Birmingham Metro

| March 12, 2023 @ 5:40 am

As of 5:30 am, a line of storms are lined up along and just north of the I-59 corridor and is very close to entering the Birmingham Metropolitan Area.

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So Far, Storms Are Staying Below Severe Criteria

So Far, Storms Are Staying Below Severe Criteria

| March 12, 2023 @ 4:01 am

As we have nearly reached the 4 am hour, the storms have stayed below severe limits as they have pushed into the state. The line of storms will soon be approaching the I-59 corridor with heavy rain, lightning, and some gusty winds.

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Mid-Saturday Afternoon Weather Check

Mid-Saturday Afternoon Weather Check

| March 11, 2023 @ 2:15 pm

At 1:54 pm, we are starting to see some moisture work into the northwestern parts of the state, as light showers are falling over portions of Lauderdale, Colbert, and Franklin counties in the Tennessee Valley.

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Saturday’s Weather Briefing – Rain Creeps In Late Today; Strong to Severe Storms Possible on Sunday

Saturday’s Weather Briefing – Rain Creeps In Late Today; Strong to Severe Storms Possible on Sunday

| March 11, 2023 @ 6:46 am

Decent weather through a good part of the day today, but strong to severe storms will be possible across the area on Sunday.

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WeatherBrains 894:   Permanent Funky Smell

WeatherBrains 894: Permanent Funky Smell

| March 7, 2023 @ 4:00 pm

The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, Dr. Neil Jacobs, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

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A Beautiful Sunday Afternoon; Dry Weather Hangs Around for Two More Days

A Beautiful Sunday Afternoon; Dry Weather Hangs Around for Two More Days

| March 5, 2023 @ 2:23 pm

As we have hit the mid-afternoon hours in Central Alabama, skies are a beautiful cobalt blue filled with tons of sunshine.

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Sunday Weather Briefing – A Nice Sunday; Rain Chances Start Increasing on Tuesday

Sunday Weather Briefing – A Nice Sunday; Rain Chances Start Increasing on Tuesday

| March 5, 2023 @ 6:38 am

The good news is we have fantastic and warm weather today and to start off the work week. However, rain chances begin to rise starting on Tuesday through the rest of the week and into the weekend.

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A Fine & Dandy Midday Across Central Alabama

A Fine & Dandy Midday Across Central Alabama

| March 4, 2023 @ 11:46 am

Other than a few fair-weather cumulus clouds dotting the skies over the central parts of the area, we have mainly sunny skies as we head up to the midday hour on this fine March Saturday.

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Saturday’s Weather Briefing — A Very Nice & Sunny Weekend

Saturday’s Weather Briefing — A Very Nice & Sunny Weekend

| March 4, 2023 @ 6:40 am

Enjoy this lovely weekend as we’ll have sunny skies and mild temperatures. Next week may involve some showers on each day.

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