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On This Date in 1957: A Tragedy Unfolds
On the evening of June 26, 1957, advisories and radio and TV broadcasts led residents of low lying Cameron Parish to think they time to evacuate the following morning. The result was tragedy. Continue reading
Still Heavy Clouds to the North and Southwest; A Few Light Showers as Well
We can’t shake the clouds and showers just yet across Central Alabama. We promise, better weather is coming. Just hold on. Continue reading
Where Do We Stack Up in the Rainfall Department After Cindy’s Rains?
Central Alabama has enjoyed drought busting rains over the past 90 days, but the Birmingham Airport still shows a 1.8 inch deficit for the past 365 days. Continue reading
On This Date in 1957: Florida Congressman Claims Hurricane Forecasts Scare Away Tourists
Long range hurricane forecasts scaring away tourists? Ys, that claim was made sixty years ago this week even au Audrey gained strength in the Gulf. Continue reading
One Last Hurrah for the Showers, Storms
One last batch of showers has triggered an Areal Flood Warning for parts of the area. Remember, Turn Around, Don’t Drown! Continue reading
Strong Thunderstorms Moving Across Walker, Tuscaloosa, Blount and Jefferson Counties
Strong storms will move through the Birmingham Metro area between now and 3 p.m. Strong gusty winds and minor flooding are likely. Continue reading
A Detailed Look at the Alabama Severe Weather Situation at 11 O’Clock
Multiple rounds of rain and storms will affect Alabama through tonight. Damaging winds, tornadoes and flooding are possible. Pay close attention to the weather through tomorrow morning. Continue reading
Fairfield Damage Consistent with EF-2 Tornado
The NWS has issued a preliminary rating on the Fairfield tornado based on the damage at Weibel Dr. and Dr. MLK Blvd. Continue reading
Tropical Depression Cindy West of Memphis
Tropical Depression Cindy will life northeastward through the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys today bringing a threat of tornadoes and damaging winds from North Alabama all the way to Ohio and West Virginia. Continue reading
Good News! Tornado Watch Is Canceled for Tonight
While a brief tornado ot two can’t be ruled out, the tornado threat is lessening and the tornado watch is canceled. Continue reading
