Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Walker County Until 9:00 PM
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Walker County in central Alabama until 9:00 PM CDT.
At 8:05 PM, a severe thunderstorm was located near Jasper, moving southeast at 35 mph.
This storm is producing wind gusts up to 60 mph, with radar indicating the potential for damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Communities in the path include Jasper, Sumiton, Cordova, Dora, Parrish, Oakman, Sipsey, Curry, Gorgas Steam Plant, and Smith Dam.
Additional locations at risk are Burnwell, Beloit, Quinton, Lynns Park, Smith Lake, Empire, Cedrum Area, and Holly Grove.
Residents should seek shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building.
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