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

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Wednesday Weather Briefing Video: Storms Today, Sizzle by the Weekend

Wednesday Weather Briefing Video: Storms Today, Sizzle by the Weekend

| June 17, 2025 @ 9:55 pm

Scattered thunderstorms will continue today with a few strong storms possible, followed by a transition to hot, drier weather by the weekend.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Calhoun and Cleburne Counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Calhoun and Cleburne Counties

| June 17, 2025 @ 3:08 pm

A strong storm with 60 mph wind gusts is tracking across Calhoun and Cleburne counties—warning continues until 4:15 PM CDT.

A strong storm with 60 mph wind gusts is tracking across Calhoun and Cleburne counties—warning continues until 4:15 PM CDT.

A strong storm with 60 mph wind gusts is tracking across Calhoun and Cleburne counties—warning is until 4:15 PM.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Perry County

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Perry County

| June 17, 2025 @ 2:51 pm

A severe thunderstorm is moving across Perry County with 60 mph wind gusts—warning remains in effect until 3:30 PM CDT.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Talladega, Shelby, and St. Clair Counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Talladega, Shelby, and St. Clair Counties

| June 17, 2025 @ 2:48 pm

A severe thunderstorm is racing through Talladega County and surrounding areas with wind gusts up to 60 mph—warning continues through 3:30 PM CDT.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Marshall, Jackson, and DeKalb Counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Marshall, Jackson, and DeKalb Counties

| June 17, 2025 @ 2:43 pm

A severe thunderstorm moving northeast from near Guntersville is prompting warnings across parts of Marshall, Jackson, and DeKalb counties through 3:30 PM CDT.

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New Day One Has Parts of Alabama in Marginal Risk

New Day One Has Parts of Alabama in Marginal Risk

| June 17, 2025 @ 10:00 am

Parts of Alabama are under a Level 1 Marginal Risk for severe storms this afternoon, with damaging winds, lightning, and heavy rain all possible.

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Afternoon Update on  the Alabama Weather Situation at 5 p.m.

Afternoon Update on the Alabama Weather Situation at 5 p.m.

| June 16, 2025 @ 4:59 pm

Scattered strong storms are occurringthis afternoon across western and central Alabama, with the potential for gusty winds and frequent lightning continuing into the evening.

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Monday Morning Weather Briefing Video:  More Steamy Conditions and Storms Before Things Heat Up

Monday Morning Weather Briefing Video: More Steamy Conditions and Storms Before Things Heat Up

| June 15, 2025 @ 10:29 pm

A steamy start to the week brings daily rounds of scattered to numerous afternoon storms, with hot and humid conditions persisting through midweek across Central Alabama.

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Flash Flood Warnings in Effect for Lamar, Pickens, and Cullman Counties as Heavy Rain Intensifies

Flash Flood Warnings in Effect for Lamar, Pickens, and Cullman Counties as Heavy Rain Intensifies

| June 14, 2025 @ 8:41 pm

Multiple rounds of storms are bringing flash flooding to parts of Lamar, Pickens, and Cullman counties, with 1–3 inches of rain already fallen and more on the way.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Walker County Until 9:00 PM

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Walker County Until 9:00 PM

| June 14, 2025 @ 8:09 pm

A strong storm capable of 60 mph winds is moving through Walker County this evening, threatening areas including Jasper, Sumiton, and Cordova.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cullman County Until 8:45 PM

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cullman County Until 8:45 PM

| June 14, 2025 @ 8:00 pm

A strong thunderstorm capable of 60 mph winds is moving across Cullman County this evening, with impacts expected in areas like Hanceville and Holly Pond.

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Alabama Weather Update at 6:45 pm

Alabama Weather Update at 6:45 pm

| June 14, 2025 @ 6:47 pm

Strong storms continue across Parts of North and Central Alabama this evening.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southern Shelby County Until 5:45 PM

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southern Shelby County Until 5:45 PM

| June 14, 2025 @ 4:53 pm

A severe storm with 60 mph winds is moving through southern Shelby County this hour, affecting areas like Helena, Pelham, and Columbiana.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair Counties Until 4:15 PM

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair Counties Until 4:15 PM

| June 14, 2025 @ 3:23 pm

Severe storms moving through parts of Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair counties may bring 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail through 4:15 PM.

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