Look at the intense winds at 5,000 feet off the ground tonight. They are as high as 80-100 mph, about as high as you will ever see.
The up and down wind motions in thunderstorms can bring these intense winds down to the surface.
Outside of storms, winds are roaring at 25-35 mph on average, gusting to 50 mph or higher at times.
We are starting to see widespread wind damage reports from Fayette County,.
A tornado warning remains in effect for Walker County.
Be in a safe place as the line approaches your location. It may produce wind gusts to 70 mph or higher.
Do not be driving as this line approaches.
