Numerous Reports of Wind Damage in Cherokee County
Cherokee County EMA is reporting trees down on several homes in the Cedar Bluff community at the dead end of Sewell Ferry Rd. Power lines are down.
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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
A Little Football Weather Update
Things are looking pretty good for most state school games today, if we get current storms out of Tuscaloosa. Troy could have an issue and so could Samford in Carrollton. South Alabama looks like they could be the wettest later.
A Pox on My Radar
High CAPE values and minimal shear have fueled widespread pulse thunderstorms across the area, leading to downed trees and ongoing severe weather, with the strongest storms currently located in Morgan, Winston, Cullman, St. Clair, and Cherokee counties.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Morgan County Until 245 pm
At 214 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles southwest of Morgan City, or 13 miles east of Hartselle, moving southwest at 10 mph.
East Alabama Storms
Storms triggered by outflow from Georgia are now spreading across eastern Alabama, bringing heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds, with the strongest activity expected to persist for the next couple of hours.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Parts of Chilton and Bibb
At 819 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Jemison, moving northwest at 15 mph.
Today’s Severe Weather Reports Across Central Alabama
Multiple severe thunderstorm reports across Alabama have led to numerous instances of wind damage, including trees down in several counties such as Tallapoosa, Jefferson, and Marengo. Additionally, hail up to 1.75 inches in diameter has been reported in various locations, including Alexander City and Kellyton.
Strong Storms South of Birmingham; Storm Near Troy is a Beast Also
Storms south of Birmingham are producing lots of lightning. The severe storm near Troy is producing golf ball sized hail.
Storms Just About Out of Central Alabama…New Warning for Pike
Damaging winds remain a threat across Southern Alabama, Southern Georgia, and the Northern Florida Panhandle, with storm activity expected to gradually weaken over the next 1-3 hours. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Pike County, Alabama, including Troy and Brundidge, until 8:45 PM CDT due to the threat of 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Parts of Barbour County
A severe thunderstorm in central Barbour County is moving southeast at 35 mph, bringing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail to areas including Eufaula, Clayton, and Texasville. Take shelter immediately.
New Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for Marengo, Lowndes, and Dallas Counties
Severe thunderstorms in Marengo, Lowndes, and Dallas Counties are moving south with the potential for 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail, which could cause damage to vehicles, roofs, siding, and trees. Areas affected include Magnolia, Fort Deposit, and nearby communities.
North Central Alabama Counties Removed from the Severe Thunderstorm Watch…Southern Counties Continue and a New Watch Issued
Severe Thunderstorm Watches remain in effect for multiple counties across Central and Southern Alabama, as well as parts of Northwest Florida and Southwest Georgia. Residents in these areas should remain vigilant as storms could bring damaging winds and hail through the evening.
A New Warning; General Radar Update
A line of intense storms is pushing southward across South Central Alabama this evening. Damaging winds are a threat. Some hail as well.
Updating the Alabama Weather Situation at 11:30 am: Heat Advisories and a Severe Weather Threat
Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon across Central Alabama, with some storms potentially producing damaging winds as they move through the area. Heat index values will remain dangerously high, reaching up to 108°F in many locations.
