Tornado Warning for Madison and Limestone Counties Until 6:45 PM CDT

| May 20, 2025 @ 6:03 pm

The National Weather Service in Huntsville has issued a Tornado Warning for southwestern Madison County and southeastern Limestone County in north central Alabama. This warning is in effect until 6:45 PM CDT.

At 6:00 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located near Brown’s Ferry, moving east at 35 miles per hour. Emergency management has confirmed that this is a damaging tornado. Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes may be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles is expected, along with likely tree damage.

The tornado will be near Athens and Tanner around 6:05 PM, Madison around 6:15 PM, Huntsville around 6:25 PM, and the University of Alabama in Huntsville and Redstone Arsenal around 6:30 PM. Alabama A&M University will be near the path around 6:40 PM. Other locations impacted include Belle Mina, French Mill, Mooresville, Capshaw, Ryland, Hampton Cove, Ripley, Brownsboro, and Farley.

To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. Take cover now. Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

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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.

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