Strong thunderstorms are along a line extending from Helena to near Deerlick Creek Campgrounds. Movement was south at 45 mph. Wind gusts up to 50 mph will be possible with these storms. Therefore the NWS has issued a Significant Weather Advisory for Bibb County until 4:00AM.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Locations impacted include…
Brent, Centreville, Woodstock, West Blocton, Lawley, Ashby, Brierfield Ironworks Park, Low Gap, West Centreville, Mertz,
Talladega National Forest, Eoline, North Bibb, Randolph, Trio, Marvel, Six Mile, Bibb County Airport, Green Pond and Hebron.
