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Bill Murray is the President of The Weather Factory. He is the site's official weather historian and a weekend forecaster. He also anchors the site's severe weather coverage. Bill Murray is the proud holder of National Weather Association Digital Seal #0001 @wxhistorian

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Strong Storm Moving from Eastern Tuscaloosa County into Jefferson County

Strong Storm Moving from Eastern Tuscaloosa County into Jefferson County

| December 10, 2024 @ 7:37 am

Storms will be active today across much of the state, with sever weather possible across the southern half of the area.

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Sunday Weather Briefing:  Rain on the Horizon

Sunday Weather Briefing: Rain on the Horizon

| December 7, 2024 @ 10:55 pm

A chilly, sunny start to Sunday will give way to increasing clouds and light rain across northwest Alabama by the afternoon, with widespread rain and heavier totals arriving early next week as temperatures gradually cool midweek.

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Anotehr Chilly Night in Store with a Hard Freeze across North Alabama

Anotehr Chilly Night in Store with a Hard Freeze across North Alabama

| December 1, 2024 @ 12:54 pm

Expect a hard freeze across North Alabama the next two mornings.

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Sunday Morning Forecast Briefing:  Start of Meteorological Winter Marked by Chilly Conditions

Sunday Morning Forecast Briefing: Start of Meteorological Winter Marked by Chilly Conditions

| December 1, 2024 @ 6:30 am

The week ahead will be marked by chilly conditions across Alabama.

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Dense Fog Forming Across South Central Alabama

Dense Fog Forming Across South Central Alabama

| November 26, 2024 @ 10:28 pm

Please use caution if you are driving tonight or early Wednesday morning. Fog may reduce visibilities to near zero with little warning.

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A Beautiful Sunday in Progress Across Alabama

A Beautiful Sunday in Progress Across Alabama

| November 24, 2024 @ 2:05 pm

Rain returns tomorrow night, but amounts will be light. Rain and storms are likely late Wednesday night and for much of Thanksgiving Day. No severe weather is expected at this time.

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On This Date in 2001: A Destructive November Alabama Tornado Outbreak

On This Date in 2001: A Destructive November Alabama Tornado Outbreak

| November 24, 2024 @ 7:30 am

On this date in 2001, Alabama experienced a then-record-breaking tornado outbreak, with 36 tornadoes touching down in a single day during the state’s secondary tornado season. The event caused widespread destruction, four fatalities, and highlighted the dangers of mobile homes during severe weather.

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Sunday Morning Briefing:  Storms For Thanksgiving?

Sunday Morning Briefing: Storms For Thanksgiving?

| November 24, 2024 @ 7:00 am

We will have two chances for rain this week, including the chance for storms on Thanksgiving.

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1988: F3 Tornado On This Date in Tuscaloosa

1988: F3 Tornado On This Date in Tuscaloosa

| November 20, 2024 @ 8:54 am

A tornado struck south Tuscaloosa early on a Sunday morning on this date in 1988, damaging 15 homes, injuring seven, and prompting National Guard cleanup efforts.

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From Sunshine to Showers: Alabama’s Weather Will Shift This Week

From Sunshine to Showers: Alabama’s Weather Will Shift This Week

| November 17, 2024 @ 12:41 pm

A tranquil Sunday with sunny skies and highs in the 70s will give way to increasing clouds, showers, and breezy conditions by Tuesday as a cold front moves through Central Alabama.

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On This Date in 1957: Deadly Tornado Struck Walker County

On This Date in 1957: Deadly Tornado Struck Walker County

| November 17, 2024 @ 10:15 am

On this date in 1957, Alabama was in the middle of a late season warm spell and severe weather outbreak.

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Tropical Storm Sara Moves Inland…Moisture Could Enhance Rainfall Along Gulf Coast This Week

Tropical Storm Sara Moves Inland…Moisture Could Enhance Rainfall Along Gulf Coast This Week

| November 17, 2024 @ 9:55 am

Sara has moved inland in Belize and will weaken today. The moisture from the system will be entrained into our system along the northern Gulf Coast this week, setting the stage for heavy rainfall over southern Alabama and along the coast Tuesday.

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Sunday Weather Briefing Video:  Another Beautiful Day for Your Sunday

Sunday Weather Briefing Video: Another Beautiful Day for Your Sunday

| November 17, 2024 @ 7:00 am

Today will be another beautiful and mild day across Alabama, but changes are in the offing in the days ahead.

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Rafael Strengthens, Eyes Northern Gulf Coast Later This Week

Rafael Strengthens, Eyes Northern Gulf Coast Later This Week

| November 5, 2024 @ 3:21 pm

Tropical Storm Rafael is intensifying near the Cayman Islands, with impacts expected in western Cuba tonight and potential rain, gusty winds, and coastal flooding along the northern Gulf Coast later this week.

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