Published on: June 30, 2007 at 1:55 PM

Thunderstorms are scattered across much of Central Alabama this afternoon.

They are most numerous from Cullman County through Winston, Walker, western Jefferson, Talladega, Coosa and on into South Central Alabama.

Strong storms are over eastern Walker County south of Cordova and Parrish over to near Sumiton. They will move into northern Jefferson County near Warrior, Kimberly and Morris.

Strong thunderstorms are entering West Alabama’s Pickens and Lamar Counties. The strongest storm is approaching Ethelsville and Macedonia, moving northeast.

A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect for Lowndes County, Mississippi until 2 p.m.

Be alert for strong thunderstorms this afternoon with deadly lightning, strong gusty winds and very heavy rains.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for much of North and Central Alabama until 7 p.m.