A tornado watch is in effect for central Alabama until 11 p.m. CDT.
The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has upgraded Central Alabama's threat level to an "ENHANCED RISK" of severe weather.
A flood watch is in effect from 4 p.m. CDT Wednesday through Thursday morning, with 2-5 inches of rainfall expected.
Central Alabama’s primary National Weather Service radar is out of service due to a hardware failure, but surrounding radars will continue to provide coverage. Why this matters: These severe weather conditions pose significant risks to life and property, including potential tornadoes, flash flooding, and damaging winds. Staying informed and taking necessary precautions is crucial for safety.
Central Alabama is under an enhanced risk for severe weather, driven by the possibility of supercells producing tornadoes. The tornado threat is categorized as "medium," with expectations of EF2 intensity tornadoes.
The severe weather threat is expected to last until 11 p.m. CDT in North Alabama and potentially until 2 a.m. CDT in Central Alabama. The transition to a flooding threat is anticipated later in the evening as rain and storms fill in across the area.
A narrow band of 2 to 5 inches of rain is possible, leading to a risk of flash flooding, particularly in southwest Alabama. The slow movement of storms and a consistent flow of moisture from the Gulf and Pacific contribute to this heightened risk.
The primary NWS radar for Central Alabama is currently out of service due to a hardware failure. However, surrounding radars and other tools like satellite data and lightning detection will continue to provide coverage.
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Residents of Autauga, Bibb, Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Chilton, Clay, Coosa, Dallas, Elmore, Etowah, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Jefferson, Lamar, Lowndes, Marengo, Marion, Montgomery, Perry, Pickens, Shelby, St. Clair, Sumter, Talladega, Tallapoosa, Tuscaloosa, Walker, and Winston counties are under a tornado watch and should be especially vigilant.
WVTM 13 News: https://www.wvtm13.com/article/alabama-tornado-risk-wednesday-maps-models/47779200&ref=yanuki.com
Q: What should I do during a tornado watch?
Stay informed, monitor weather updates, and be prepared to take shelter if a tornado warning is issued.
Q: What areas are most at risk for flooding?
Southwest Alabama is at the greatest risk for flash flooding due to heavy rainfall.
Q: Is the radar outage affecting weather monitoring?
While the primary radar is down, surrounding radars and other tools are still providing sufficient data for monitoring.
Central Alabama faces a significant risk of severe weather, including tornadoes and flooding.
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