Tornado Emergency for the City of Coushatta, Louisiana
A large and extremely dangerous tornado is impacting Coushatta, Louisiana at this hour.
Author Archive: Bill Murray
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
An Update on the Alabama Weather Situation at 10:45 a.m.
Rain and occasional thunder will impact mainly Northwest Alabama through mid-afternoon, sliding southeastward with time. Strong storms will arrive in West and Southwest Alabama after 9 p.m. Any severe weather will be limited to those areas tonight.
Strong Storm Moving Across Parts of Birmingham Metro
A strong storm will move across parts of the Birmingham Metro over the next 30 minutes. Lightning and small hail will accompany it.
New Severe Thunderstorm Watch for More of Central Alabama
A new severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Central Alabama until 2 a.m.
Tornado Warning for Parts of Lauderdale, Colbert and Lawrence Counties Until 10 p.m. CDT
At 940 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Muscle Shoals, moving east at 55 mph.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Continues for Parts of Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin and Lawrence Counties until 10:15 p.m. CDT
At 931 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Threet to near Hodges, moving east at 50 mph.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Parts of Marion and Lamar Counties Until 10:30 p.m. CDT
At 910 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Longview to near Okolona to Fairview, moving east at 55 mph.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Continues for Parts of Lauderdale, Colbert and Franklin Counties Until 9:30 p.m. CDT
At 914 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Walnut Grove to near Tremont, moving east at 50 mph.
Here’s What to Expect For the Rest of Tonight
A line of strong to severe storms is pushing close to Northwest and West Central Alabama this evening. Damaging winds will be the main threat, but there is a chance of hail and a small chance of tornadoes.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for North, Northwest Alabama Until 1 a.m. CDT
Damaging winds are the main threat, but a couple of tornadoes can’t be ruled out. Additional watches are possible to the south and southeast later.
Alabama at Noon: A Few Clouds Over the North, Clear Elsewhere, Warm Temperatures Everywhere
A beautiful Easter Sunday is in progress across Alabama. Temperatures are warm, in the 70s. Tomorrow and Tuesday will be warm as well, with marginally severe storms Tuesday night and Wednesday.
Cool Northwest, A Cool Wedge to the East, Warm in the Middle at Midday
Clouds have parted across much of Central Alabama, allowing temperatures to warm into the 70s, but a front to the northwest and wedge to the east are keeping those areas cool.
Freeze Warnings and Frost Advisory Issued for Early Thursday Morning; Protect Tender Vegetation
Freeze Warnings and a Frost Advisory have been issued for North and Central Alabama for early Thursday morning. Protect tender vegetation from the expected cold temperatures between 26F-32F in the Warning area and 32F and 38F in the Advisory area.
A Late Night Look at the Alabama Weather Situation
A tornado watch remains in effect until midnight for East Central Alabama. Storms continue to sag slowly south of I-20 late tonight.
Storms Affecting the Birmingham Metro/Tuscaloosa
Storms in the Birmingham/Tuscaloosa areas are not severe at this time. They could intensify however.
