Thunderstorms Bubble as Heat Cranks Higher
Scattered storms will dot Alabama this afternoon, but the real story is the rising heat and humidity set to intensify through midweek.
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Classic July Weather: Your Sunday Weather Briefing
Classic July weather is in store for Alabama with heat and humidity through the early part of the week although rain chances will increase later in the week as we see some increase moisture from a tropical disturbance to our south.
Chantal Brings Heavy Rain to the Carolinas After Myrtle Beach Landfall; No Threat to Alabama
Chantal made landfall near Myrtle Beach this morning and is now spreading heavy rain across the Carolinas—Alabama remains unaffected by the storm.
July Sizzle Continues With A Few Rumblings On The Radar
Hot and mostly dry conditions dominate Sunday, but isolated storms and building moisture hint at a more active pattern as the week unfolds.
Tropical Storm Chantal Forms off the Southeast coast—No Impacts Expected for Alabama
Tropical Storm Chantal has formed off the Southeast U.S. coast and will make landfall in South Carolina Sunday—no impacts are expected in Alabama.
Tropical Depression Three Forms Off Southeast Coast
Tropical Depression Three has formed near the Southeast coast and could become a tropical storm before making landfall in South Carolina on Sunday.
Radar Update at 3:45 and Barry Nearing Landfall in Eastern Mexico
Thunderstorms continue to push southeastward across Alabama this afternoon. So far, they have been non-severe.
Storms Building Across North, North Central Alabama
Heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds are accompanying scattered summertime thunderstorms this afternoon, though none are currently severe.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central DeKalb County Until 11:45 AM
Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 11:45 AM for east central DeKalb County, including Fort Payne and Mentone, with quarter-size hail and 60 mph wind gusts possible.
Barry Forms: Heavy Rains, Gusty Winds, and Flash Flood Concerns
Tropical Storm Barry has formed in the Bay of Campeche and is expected to make landfall in eastern Mexico tonight, bringing dangerous rainfall and flash flooding to parts of Veracruz and surrounding states.
Stormy Skies and Steamy Days, as Well as a Few Tropical Whispers
Widespread storms, tropical downpours, and a watchful eye on the Gulf make for a classic late June weather setup across Alabama and the Southeast.
Sunday Weather Briefing Video: Steamy Days, Splashy Storms, and Some Tropical Potential
An active summer pattern locks in with hot, humid days and slow-moving storms bringing downpours and daily rain chances across Alabama through midweek.
Tropical Depression Two Forms in the Bay of Campeche
Invest 91L has officially become Tropical Depression Two in the Bay of Campeche and is expected to strengthen into a tropical storm before making landfall in Mexico on Sunday night.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended to 3 AM for Central Alabama Counties
Severe Thunderstorm Watch extended until 3 AM for 8 Central Alabama counties, including Selma, Clanton, Wetumpka, and Demopolis. Damaging winds and hail remain possible.
