Strong Storm Affecting Pickens County Ahead of Tornado-Warned Storm

Scott Martin | January 25, 2021 @ 8:05 pm

…SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY FOR CENTRAL PICKENS COUNTY UNTIL 830
PM CST…

At 803 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Bevill Lock And Dam, or near Pickensville, moving east at 65 mph.

Penny size hail and winds in excess of 40 mph will be possible with
this storm.

Locations impacted include…
Gordo, Reform, Carrollton, Pickensville, Garden, Bevill Lock And Dam,
Owens, Kirk, Dillburg, North Pickens Airport and Lubbub.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm, and may lead
to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.

Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.

This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.

Category: Alabama's Weather, ALL POSTS, Severe Weather

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Scott Martin is an operational meteorologist, professional graphic artist, musician, husband, and father. Not only is Scott a member of the National Weather Association, but he is also the Central Alabama Chapter of the NWA president. Scott is also the co-founder of Racecast Weather, which provides forecasts for many racing series across the USA. He also supplies forecasts for the BassMaster Elite Series events including the BassMaster Classic.