Published on: January 3, 2023 at 12:42 PM

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a

* Tornado Warning for…
North central Chilton County in central Alabama…
Southeastern Bibb County in central Alabama…

* Until 130 PM CST.

* At 1239 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a
tornado was located near Talladega National Forest, or 8 miles
southeast of Centreville, moving northeast at 40 mph.

HAZARD…Tornado.

SOURCE…Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT…Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.

* Locations impacted include…
Calera, Jemison, Talladega National Forest, Ashby, Brierfield
Ironworks Park, Randolph, Minooka Park and Trio.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

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.